Hubei Weather in January

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

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Wuhan Enshi Yichang Huangshi

Considering a trip to Hubei, China this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Hubei in January

Hubei, China is a region in China. January in Hubei generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Zixiaogong to 10°C (50°F) in Huangshi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Huangshi and -1°C (30°F) in Zixiaogong. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Hubei, China. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Hubei, China, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Xiangyang with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Enshi with 84 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Wuhan as an example - it receives around 103 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Hubei by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hubei - and find the best time to visit. (based on Wuhan)

January9°C (48°F) February12°C (54°F) March17°C (63°F) April23°C (73°F) May28°C (82°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September30°C (86°F) October24°C (75°F) November18°C (64°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Hubei in January

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

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 Hubei

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

Temperature range in Hubei (January)

Precipitation variation in Hubei (January)

Wuhan

In January Wuhan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
103 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Wuhan →

Enshi

In January Enshi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
51 hours
38 hours
46 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Enshi →

Yichang

In January Yichang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
98 hours
78 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Yichang →

Huangshi

In January Huangshi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Huangshi →

Huangzhou

In January Huangzhou generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
103 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Huangzhou →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Wuhan 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Enshi 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Yichang 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Huangshi 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Huangzhou 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Liufangling 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Hubei weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Hubei, China brings less favorable weather. In Wuhan, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

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

Wuhan averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Hubei, China. Wuhan averages only about 52 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Hubei, China?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Hubei, China with often less favorable weather in Wuhan.

Generally speaking, October provides excellent weather in Wuhan. The weather in January, June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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