Hohhot weather in January (Inner Mongolia, China)

Planning a trip to Hohhot in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Hohhot generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -5°C, while nights can cool down to about -18°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Hohhot in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 5.2 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 3 days of snow are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 181 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Hohhot. May, June, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hohhot, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 10%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 5.2 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 58%  
SunshineSunshine 181 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 61%  

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 Hohhot in January?

Visitors traveling to Hohhot 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 in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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