Inner Mongolia Weather in January

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

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Manzhouli Hohhot Hulunbuir Yakeshi

Planning a getaway to Inner Mongolia, China this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Inner Mongolia in January

Inner Mongolia, China is a region in China. The weather in Inner Mongolia in January can be quite varied, with very cold temperatures and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -18°C (0°F) in Yakeshi to -2°C (28°F) in Wuhai. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -14°C (7°F) in Wuhai and -30°C (-22°F) in Yakeshi. 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Inner Mongolia, China, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snowfall in Wuhai with an average of 2.1 mm (0.1 in) to low snowfall in Yakeshi with 8.1 mm (0.3 in). In Manzhouli, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Explore Inner Mongolia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Inner Mongolia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Manzhouli)

January-17°C (1°F) February-11°C (12°F) March0°C (32°F) April11°C (52°F) May20°C (68°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August25°C (77°F) September19°C (66°F) October8°C (46°F) November-5°C (23°F) December-14°C (7°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Inner Mongolia in January

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

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 Inner Mongolia

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

Temperature range in Inner Mongolia (January)

Precipitation variation in Inner Mongolia (January)

Manzhouli

In January Manzhouli generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -17°C (1°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -27°C (-17°F) and almost no monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Min temperature
-24°C (-11°F)
-27°C (-17°F)
-23°C (-9°F)
Monthly snowfall
5.7 mm (0.2 in)
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Manzhouli →

Hohhot

In January Hohhot generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -18°C (0°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
181 hours
198 hours
Monthly snowfall
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hohhot →

Hulunbuir

In January Hulunbuir generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -18°C (0°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -30°C (-22°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Min temperature
-26°C (-15°F)
-30°C (-22°F)
-25°C (-13°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
175 hours
201 hours
Monthly snowfall
9 mm (0.4 in)
6.6 mm (0.3 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hulunbuir →

Yakeshi

In January Yakeshi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -18°C (0°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -30°C (-22°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Min temperature
-26°C (-15°F)
-30°C (-22°F)
-26°C (-15°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
175 hours
201 hours
Monthly snowfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
8.1 mm (0.3 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Yakeshi →

Baotou

In January Baotou generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°F) and almost no monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
3.4 mm (0.1 in)
6.9 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Baotou →

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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 Inner Mongolia in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manzhouli -17°C (1°F) -27°C (-17°F) 4.3 mm (0.2 in)
Hohhot -5°C (23°F) -18°C (0°F) 5.2 mm (0.2 in)
Hulunbuir -18°C (0°F) -30°C (-22°F) 6.6 mm (0.3 in)
Yakeshi -18°C (0°F) -30°C (-22°F) 8.1 mm (0.3 in)
Baotou -4°C (25°F) -17°C (1°F) 3.4 mm (0.1 in)
Chifeng -2°C (28°F) -16°C (3°F) 2.3 mm (0.1 in)

Inner Mongolia weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Inner Mongolia, China in January?

Inner Mongolia, China typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Manzhouli average around -17°C (1°F), and temperatures drop to about -27°C (-17°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Inner Mongolia, China in January?

Manzhouli averages a daytime maximum of -17°C (1°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -27°C (-17°F).

Does Inner Mongolia, China get a lot of snow in January?

Not particularly. Manzhouli averages just 4.3 mm (0.2 in) of snow in January, making it a mostly dry month for Inner Mongolia, China.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Inner Mongolia, China?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Inner Mongolia, China due to the typically poor weather in Manzhouli.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Manzhouli. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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