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Shangri-La Weather in January
Shangri-La in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 3°C (37°F) and overnight lows of -10°C (14°F). Around 46 mm (1.8 in) of snow/rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.
Rainfall in Shangri-La in January
Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 5 days of snow/rain, with 46 mm (1.8 in) average for the month. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.
Temperature in Shangri-La in January
In January, Shangri-La gets low temperatures, with highs of 3°C (37°F). Nights cool to around -10°C (14°F). January is in the winter season. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. At -10°C (14°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Shangri-La. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Shangri-La Temperature in January
Min Temperature
-10°C (14°F)
Max Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Chance of Rain
17%
Precipitation
46 mm (1.8 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
58%
Shangri-La Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
44-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Shangri-La typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 3°C (37°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -9°C (16°F) to -7°C (19°F).
Average temperatures in January
Historical weather records for Shangri-La in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Shangri-La spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Shangri-La historical weather extremes in January
According to our 19 years of weather records for Shangri-La, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.
- The warmest day in January was on January 31, 2023, with a maximum of 12°C (54°F).
- The coldest January day was on January 25, 2020, with a maximum of -5°C (23°F).
- Shangri-La registered its coldest January night on January 16, 2012, with temperatures dropping to -27°C (-17°F).
- Peak precipitation in January occurred on January 24, 2008, when 25 mm (1 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in China in January
Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of China 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).
What to Wear in Shangri-La in January
Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.
What To Do in Shangri-La in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling3/10 -
Walking3/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping2/10 -
Outdoor sports3/10
Shangri-La 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in January
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Shenzhen
20°C (68°F) Guangzhou20°C (68°F) Chengdu
11°C (52°F) Shanghai9°C (48°F) Hangzhou
10°C (50°F) Xi'an7°C (45°F) Qingdao5°C (41°F) Beijing3°C (37°F) Bucket list
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