Weather in January in Hunan
Are you planning a trip a to Hunan in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Hunan in January?
Hunan is a region in China. January in Hunan generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Zhangjiajie at 8°C to mild in Hezhou at 15°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Hezhou and 1°C in Zhangjiajie. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Yongzhou with an average of 59 mm to moderate rainfall in Fenghuang with 98 mm.Average sunshine
The city Changsha usually sees around 77 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Hunan in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Hunan climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Hunan?
Changsha
In January Changsha generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Zhangjiajie
In January Zhangjiajie generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Fenghuang
In January Fenghuang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Zhuzhou
In January Zhuzhou generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Hengyang
In January Hengyang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Hunan, in China.
Is January the best time to visit Hunan?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Hunan with often poor weather in Changsha.
On average, the best time to visit Hunan is in October with generally perfect weather in Changsha. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, May, June and July tend to be poor.
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