Tianjin Area Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to Tianjin Area, 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 Tianjin Area in January

Tianjin Area, China is a region in China. January in Tianjin Area generally has cold temperatures, with almost no precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) in Tianjin. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Tianjin Area, China. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tianjin Area, China, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a very dry month with an average snow/rainfall of around 4.1 mm (0.2 in) in Tianjin. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Tianjin typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Tianjin gets around 171 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Tianjin Area in January

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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 Tianjin Area

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

Temperature range in Tianjin Area (January)

Precipitation variation in Tianjin Area (January)

Tianjin

In January Tianjin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and almost no monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
171 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
8.3 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Binhai

In January Binhai generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
171 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
7.2 mm (0.3 in)
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Jixian

In January Jixian generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and almost no monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
6.5 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Dongli

In January Dongli generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and almost no monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
171 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
5 mm (0.2 in)
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions

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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 Tianjin Area in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tianjin 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Binhai 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 5.2 mm (0.2 in)
Jixian 2°C (36°F) -10°C (14°F) 3.8 mm (0.1 in)
Dongli 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 4.3 mm (0.2 in)

Tianjin Area weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tianjin Area, China in January?

In January, Tianjin Area, China generally has less favorable weather conditions. Tianjin sees daytime temperatures near 3°C (37°F), with nights cooling to roughly -7°C (19°F).

What is the average temperature in Tianjin Area, China in January?

Tianjin averages a daytime maximum of 3°C (37°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -7°C (19°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Tianjin Area, China. Tianjin averages only about 4.1 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tianjin Area, China?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Tianjin, January may not be the ideal time to visit Tianjin Area, China.

On average, the best time to visit Tianjin Area, China is in April, May, September and October with generally excellent weather in Tianjin. The weather in January and July, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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