Beijing Weather in January
China · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Beijing is cold, with average daytime highs around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime lows near -7°C (20°F). Expect roughly 2mm of precipitation spread over about 1 rainy days, and rain is rare.
Avg high
2°C
36°F
Avg low
-7°C
20°F
Rainfall
2mm
very dry
Rainy days
1
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 188 hours of sunshine over the month (~6h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Beijing in January?
- January in Beijing is cold, with average daytime highs around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime lows near -7°C (20°F). Expect roughly 2mm of precipitation spread over about 1 rainy days, and rain is rare.
- Does it rain a lot in Beijing in January?
- Beijing sees around 2mm of precipitation in January on average — very dry by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Beijing?
- January is a workable month to visit Beijing, but expect some weather trade-offs.