Weather in January in Jilin
Planning a getaway to Jilin 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 is the weather like in Jilin in January?
Jilin is a region in China. January in Jilin generally has very cold temperatures, with low precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -9°C in Fusong to -7°C in Siping. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -18°C in Siping and -20°C in Fusong. 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 low snowfall in Changchun with an average of 7.1 mm to low snowfall in Fusong with 25 mm. Going by our weather data, this month in Changchun usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.Average sunshine
The city Changchun usually sees around 178 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For a closer look at January's conditions in Jilin, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Jilin's yearly weather, check out our Jilin climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Jilin?
Changchun
In January Changchun generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -20°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Fusong
In January Fusong generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -20°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Jilin
In January Jilin generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -21°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Siping
In January Siping generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -18°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tonghua
In January Tonghua generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -22°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Jilin?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Changchun, January may not be the ideal time to visit Jilin.
On average, the best time to visit Jilin is in May and September with generally perfect weather in Changchun. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.
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