Chongqing weather in January (Chongqing Area, China)

What can you expect from the weather in Chongqing during January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Chongqing generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 12°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C. On average, January has the most moderate temperatures of the year.

Chongqing in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 21 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Chongqing. March, April, May, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, June, July, August and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Chongqing, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 36 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
SunshineSunshine 21 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 8%  

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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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 Chongqing in January?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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