Harbin weather in January (Heilongjiang, China)

Will it be warm or cold in Harbin this January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The month of January in Harbin typically includes very low temperatures and low snowfall. January ushers in the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach -11°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -23°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Harbin in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 6.9 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 155 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Harbin. May and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Harbin, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -23°C  

Max Temperature -11°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 6.9 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 71%  

Sunshine 155 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 56%  

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?

Visitors traveling to Harbin should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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