What to pack for Zhongshan in January
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
Humidity averages 69%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Zhongshan: November–January. See the full best time to visit Zhongshan guide.
Zhongshan in January: the details
In January, Zhongshan sees average daytime highs of 21°C (69°F) and overnight lows of 12°C (54°F). Rainfall totals roughly 15 mm across 4.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.5 hours per day with 10.8 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 69%.
In context: January is the 11th-warmest month and the driest in Zhongshan. The sunniest month is July (10.5 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21°C / 69°F |
| Overnight low | 12°C / 54°F |
| Rainfall | 15 mm over 4.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.5 h/day (10.8 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 69% |
| Travel score | 10.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Zhongshan, China (22.52, 113.38) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Zhongshan in January?
Daytime highs in Zhongshan in January average 21°C (69°F); nights drop to about 12°C.
Does it rain in Zhongshan in January?
Expect around 4.3 rainy days and 15 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Zhongshan?
January is one of the best months to visit Zhongshan. Overall travel score: 10.0/10. The best months are November–January.
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