Changsha weather in January (Hunan, China)

Is Changsha a good destination in January, weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Changsha generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During January, you’ll experience the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 10°C. But by evening, they drop to around 3°C. January is typically the month with the mildest temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Changsha in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 14 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 77 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Changsha. October typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, May, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Changsha, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 81%  

Sunshine 77 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 24%  

Where to go in China in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Changsha.

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