Shandong Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to Shandong, 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 Shandong in January

Shandong, China 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.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Penglai to 7°C (45°F) in Shan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Shan and -1°C (30°F) 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.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in Dezhou with an average of 4.4 mm (0.2 in) to low snow/rainfall in Weihai with 22 mm (0.9 in). In Qingdao, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Qingdao gets approximately 186 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Shandong by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Shandong in January

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

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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 Shandong

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

Temperature range in Shandong (January)

Precipitation variation in Shandong (January)

Qingdao

In January Qingdao generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
186 hours
179 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Jinan

In January Jinan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
172 hours
173 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
9.3 mm (0.4 in)
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Linyi

In January Linyi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Penglai

In January Penglai generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Yantai

In January Yantai generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Shandong, in China.

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 Shandong in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Qingdao 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Jinan 5°C (41°F) -5°C (23°F) 6.8 mm (0.3 in)
Linyi 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Penglai 3°C (37°F) -1°C (30°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Yantai 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Qufu 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)

Shandong weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Shandong, China brings unpleasant weather. In Qingdao, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near -2°C (28°F).

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

Qingdao averages a daytime maximum of 5°C (41°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

Does Shandong, China get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Not particularly. Qingdao averages just 14 mm (0.6 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Shandong, China.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Shandong, China?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Qingdao, January may not be the ideal time to visit Shandong, China.

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 months of January, February, March and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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