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Jinan weather in January (Shandong, China)

What kind of weather does January bring to Jinan? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Jinan tends to experience low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 5°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -5°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Jinan in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 6.8 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. Historically, approximately 3 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 172 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Jinan. April, May, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Jinan, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 9%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 6.8 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 51%  
SunshineSunshine 172 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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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?

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.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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