Guangxi Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Guangxi, China in January.

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Yangshuo Guilin Nanning Beihai

Are you planning a trip a to Guangxi, China in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Guangxi in January

Guangxi, China is a region in China. January in Guangxi generally has temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Longsheng at 11°C (52°F) to pleasant in Weizhou at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Weizhou and 4°C (39°F) in Longsheng. While January might be the chilliest month, Guangxi, China offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.

For specific regional insights in Guangxi, China, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Qinzhou with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to high rainfall in Heping with 119 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Yangshuo gets roughly 69 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Guangxi by month

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Best Places to Visit in Guangxi in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Guangxi.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Guangxi

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Guangxi, China?

Temperature range in Guangxi (January)

Precipitation variation in Guangxi (January)

Yangshuo

In January Yangshuo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
69 hours
56 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Yangshuo →

Guilin

In January Guilin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
67 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Guilin →

Nanning

In January Nanning generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Nanning →

Beihai

In January Beihai generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
51 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Beihai →

Liuzhou

In January Liuzhou generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
101 mm (4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Liuzhou →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Guangxi, in China.

In our records: China January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in China in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in China was -43°C (-45°F) in Ergun on January 11, 2001.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Guangxi in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Yangshuo 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Guilin 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Nanning 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Beihai 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Liuzhou 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Longsheng 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)

Guangxi weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Guangxi, China in January?

Expect tolerable weather across Guangxi, China in January. The popular destination of Yangshuo averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Guangxi, China in January?

Yangshuo averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does Guangxi, China get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Guangxi, China. Yangshuo averages only about 92 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Guangxi, China?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Guangxi, China with overall tolerable weather in Yangshuo. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, October and November provide perfect weather in Yangshuo. In contrast, May, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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