Qingdao weather in January (Shandong, China)
Looking to travel to Qingdao in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In January, Qingdao generally has low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 5°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.
Qingdao in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 14 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Typically around 5 days of snow/rainfall is expected.
The area enjoys a balanced 186 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Qingdao. May, June, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Qingdao climate page with graphs.
Qingdao, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-2°C
Max Temperature
5°C
Chance of Rain
17%
Precipitation
14 mm
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
63%
Sunshine
186 hours
Percentage Sunshine
60%
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
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tolerable
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So, what should you wear in Qingdao in January?
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 in January.
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