January Rainfall and Precipitation in China
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Best Places to Visit in China in January
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
China precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does China receive in January?
Beijing sees moderate snow/rainfall in January, averaging around 4 mm (0.2 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in China in January?
Expect around 2 days rainy days in Beijing during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in China?
January is generally a drier month for China, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in January in China?
In our database, Yongfu stands out as having an average rainfall level of 136 mm (5.4 in), making it the wettest location.
What is the driest city in January in China?
Ejin is the driest city we have data for in China in January, with monthly snowfall close to 0.5 mm (0.02 in).
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