Jiangxi Weather in January

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

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Wuyuan Nanchang Ganzhou Jiujiang

Thinking about venturing to Jiangxi, China this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Jiangxi in January

Jiangxi, China is a region in China. January in Jiangxi generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Jiujiang at 9°C (48°F) to mild in Ganzhou at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Ganzhou and 3°C (37°F) in Jiujiang. 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.

To explore the conditions in Jiangxi, China in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ganzhou with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Yingtan with 90 mm (3.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Jiangxi in January

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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 Jiangxi

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

Temperature range in Jiangxi (January)

Precipitation variation in Jiangxi (January)

Wuyuan

In January Wuyuan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Wuyuan →

Nanchang

In January Nanchang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
91 hours
84 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nanchang →

Ganzhou

In January Ganzhou generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
103 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ganzhou →

Jiujiang

In January Jiujiang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Jiujiang →

Jingdezhen

In January Jingdezhen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Jingdezhen →

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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 Jiangxi in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Wuyuan 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Nanchang 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Ganzhou 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Jiujiang 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Jingdezhen 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Pingxiang 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Jiangxi weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Jiangxi, China generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Wuyuan sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 3°C (37°F).

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

Average temperatures in Jiangxi, China during January range from a nighttime low near 3°C (37°F) to a daytime high around 11°C (52°F) in Wuyuan.

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

Not particularly. Wuyuan averages just 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Jiangxi, China.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Jiangxi, China?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Wuyuan, January may not be the ideal time to visit Jiangxi, China.

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

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