Xi'an weather in January (Shaanxi, China)

What can you expect from the weather in Xi'an during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Xi'an typically experiences low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 7°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -3°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Xi'an in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 14 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 4 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 90 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Xi'an. April, May and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, July and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Xi'an climate page with graphs.

 

Xi'an, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 14%  

Precipitation 14 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 65%  

Windspeed 4 km/h  

Sunshine 90 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 32%  

Where to go in China in January

Find out more about the weather in China in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Xi'an in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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