What to pack for Jinan in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
Humidity averages 55%; max daily wind around 16 km/h. Snow falls on about 1 days.
How January compares
Best months in Jinan: March–May & September–October. See the full best time to visit Jinan guide.
Jinan in January: the details
In January, Jinan sees average daytime highs of 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows of -4°C (25°F). Rainfall totals roughly 8 mm across 1.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.3 hours per day with 9.8 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 55%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the driest in Jinan. The sunniest month is June (9.8 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 5°C / 41°F |
| Overnight low | -4°C / 25°F |
| Rainfall | 8 mm over 1.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.3 h/day (9.8 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 55% |
| Travel score | 3.6 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Jinan, China (36.67, 117) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Jinan in January?
Daytime highs in Jinan in January average 5°C (41°F); nights drop to about -4°C.
Does it rain in Jinan in January?
Expect around 1.8 rainy days and 8 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Jinan?
January is a challenging month to visit Jinan — consider March–May & September–October instead. Overall travel score: 3.6/10. The best months are March–May & September–October.
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