Shandong weather in January
Considering a trip to Shandong this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Shandong in January?
Shandong is a region in China. January in Shandong generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. January falls during the winter season.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C in Penglai to 7°C in Shan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C in Shan and -1°C in Penglai. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in Dezhou with an average of 4.4 mm to low snow/rainfall in Weihai with 22 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Qingdao typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year. Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 186 hours of sunlight expected in Qingdao. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
For a closer look at January's conditions in Shandong, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Shandong's yearly weather, check out our Shandong climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Shandong?
Average weather in Qingdao
In January Qingdao generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Jinan
In January Jinan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Linyi
In January Linyi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Penglai
In January Penglai generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Yantai
In January Yantai generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Shandong?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Qingdao, January may not be the ideal time to visit Shandong.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Qingdao. On the other hand, the month of January tends to have poor weather conditions.
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