What to pack for Shijiazhuang in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
Humidity averages 48%; max daily wind around 12 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Shijiazhuang: March–May & September–October. See the full best time to visit Shijiazhuang guide.
Shijiazhuang in January: the details
In January, Shijiazhuang sees average daytime highs of 5°C (40°F) and overnight lows of -6°C (22°F). Rainfall totals roughly 4 mm across 0.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.8 hours per day with 9.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 48%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the driest in Shijiazhuang. The sunniest month is June (9.9 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 5°C / 40°F |
| Overnight low | -6°C / 22°F |
| Rainfall | 4 mm over 0.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.8 h/day (9.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 48% |
| Travel score | 3.6 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Shijiazhuang, China (38.04, 114.48) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shijiazhuang in January?
Daytime highs in Shijiazhuang in January average 5°C (40°F); nights drop to about -6°C.
Does it rain in Shijiazhuang in January?
Expect around 0.8 rainy days and 4 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Shijiazhuang?
January is a challenging month to visit Shijiazhuang — consider March–May & September–October instead. Overall travel score: 3.6/10. The best months are March–May & September–October.
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