Temperature in Shandong in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Shandong, China this January.

Shandong, China, a region in China, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging 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. During January, winter is in full swing. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Shandong, China in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Shandong, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Shandong in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Shandong temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Shandong, China in January?

Qingdao averages a daytime high of 5°C (41°F) in January, which is low for Shandong, China.

How cold does it get at night in Shandong, China in January?

Average overnight lows in Shandong, China during January sit near -2°C (28°F) in Qingdao.

What is the warmest city in January in Shandong, China?

According to our recent database analysis, Shan is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 7°C (45°F) and rarely drops below -3°C (27°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in January in Shandong, China?

According to our data, Penglai holds the title for the coldest city in Shandong, China in January. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 3°C (37°F) and drops to lows of about -1°C (30°F) during the night.

How much sun does Shandong, China get in January?

Qingdao enjoys a balanced 186 hours of sunlight. This makes it neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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