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Temperature in China in January

January in China has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from very low in Mohe with -19°C to high temperatures in Jinghong with 26°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C in Jinghong and -32°C in Mohe. January falls during the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in China in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of China, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in January in China?
    • Based on our systematic data collection, Jinghong has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 26°C, while at night is goes down to an approximate temperature of 11°C."

  • What is the coldest city in January in China?
    • For the month of January, Mohe is the most temperate city in China based on our records. With highs averaging -19°C and nighttime temperatures dipping to around -32°C.

  • How much sun does China get in January?
    • Beijing enjoys a balanced 186 hours of sunlight. This makes it neither too overcast nor too sunny.

  • What is the water's temperature in January?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 12°C in Wenzhou this month, so not the best month to swim.

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