Guangzhou weather in January (Guangdong, China)
Looking to travel to Guangzhou in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In Guangzhou the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 20°C, while night temperatures can drop to 12°C. On average, it is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year. However the temperature is still pleasant and it won't ever get really cold.
Guangzhou in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 9 days.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 120 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Guangzhou. January, February, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Guangzhou climate page with graphs.
Guangzhou, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Chance of Rain
28%
Precipitation
49 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
72%
Sunshine
120 hours
Percentage Sunshine
35%
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Guangzhou in January?
For visitors traveling to Guangzhou, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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