Dunhuang weather in January (Gansu, China)
How's the weather trend in Dunhuang as January approaches? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.
Temperatures
During January, Dunhuang usually has very low temperatures and almost no snow/rainfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 0°C, cooling down at night to around -12°C. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.
Precipitation
Dunhuang in January usually receives almost no snow/rainfall, averaging around 1.7 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around a single day days of snow/rain.Average sunshine
There are approximately 220 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Dunhuang. April, May, June, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
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Dunhuang, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
0°C
Chance of Rain
3%
Precipitation
1.7 mm
Rainy days
a single day
Humidity
52%
Sunshine
220 hours
Percentage Sunshine
74%
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
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.
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