Temperature in Shanxi in January

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

Shanxi, China, a region in China, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from -4°C (25°F) in Taihuai to 6°C (43°F) in Yuncheng. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -5°C (23°F) in Yuncheng and -16°C (3°F) in Taihuai. 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 Shanxi, China in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in Shanxi. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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See also: Shanxi weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Shanxi 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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Shanxi temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

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

Taiyuan averages a daytime high of 2°C (36°F) in January, which is very low for Shanxi, China.

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

Average overnight lows in Shanxi, China during January sit near -11°C (12°F) in Taiyuan.

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

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Yuncheng is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 6°C (43°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to -5°C (23°F).

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

When looking through our records, we find that Taihuai stands out as the coolest city in Shanxi, China for the month of January. Daytime highs average -4°C (25°F) and it cools down to about -16°C (3°F) at night.

How much sun does Shanxi, China get in January?

Taiyuan usually sees around 173 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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