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Guangzhou Weather in January

The January weather of Guangzhou is cool, dry and changeable, with frequent hazy days. Though it is the coldest month of the year, the temperature won't fall below freezing. Due to the temperature difference between day and night, it may feel a little bit cold in the morning, evening and at night.

Unlike cities in northern China, such as Beijing and Harbin, Guangzhou has colorful flowers everywhere in the city in January. It seldom rains and the sunlight is relatively soft, making January one of the best times of the year to visit Guangzhou - especially for flower lovers.

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Averages for Guangzhou Weather in January

Temperature: 14°C / 57°F

High Temperature: 18°C / 64°F

Low Temperature: 10°C / 50°F

Humidity: 72%

Rainfall: 41 mm

Rainy Days:8 days

Sunrise: 07:08 ~ 07:10

Sunset: 17:53 ~ 18:13

Air Quality in January
Average AQI:69

What to Wear in Guangzhou in January

Generally, a long sleeve shirt, sweater and a jacket plus a pair of thick jeans are enough for the January climate. Take a thin down jacket or a cotton-padded jacket as well especially if you are susceptible to the cold. It is always advised to wear a pair of light comfortable walking shoes for traveling.

Things to Do in Guangzhou in January

Thanks to the mild weather in the January, you can visit any of the tourist attractions in Guangzhou, such as Yuexiu Park, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, and the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees. You can also climb White Clouds Mountain or take a Pearl River Cruise.

Chinese New Year

1-Day Tour to Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall

Temple of the Six Banyan Trees

Pearl River

Top 10 Things to Do in Guangzhou

Other Tips

As the temperature varies greatly, take some medicine in case you catch a cold. Try to avoid traveling during the Spring Festival Travel Rush in China starting from late January, when Guangzhou will accommodate an extremely high traffic load.

What is the temperature in Guangzhou in January?

High/Low Temperatures of Guangzhou in January

Temperatures Graph of Guangzhou in January

Air Quality of Guangzhou in January

Historical Guangzhou Weather in January

Jan	Temperature		Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
Jan	High	Low	Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
1	18.1°C / 64.6°F	5.5°C / 41.9°F	07:08 / 17:53	48
2	12.7°C / 54.9°F	6.2°C / 43.2°F	07:08 / 17:53	52
3	10.5°C / 50.9°F	5.7°C / 42.3°F	07:09 / 17:54	74
4	7.7°C / 45.9°F	4.6°C / 40.3°F	07:09 / 17:54	85
5	11.6°C / 52.9°F	7.1°C / 44.8°F	07:09 / 17:55	79
6	10.3°C / 50.4°F	7.6°C / 45.7°F	07:09 / 17:56	68
7	10.2°C / 50.4°F	5.3°C / 41.5°F	07:10 / 17:56	46
8	15.9°C / 60.6°F	5.1°C / 41.2°F	07:10 / 17:57	46
9	13.1°C / 55.6°F	9.7°C / 49.5°F	07:10 / 17:58	46
10	11.7°C / 53.1°F	7.4°C / 45.3°F	07:10 / 17:58	39
11	9.5°C / 49.1°F	4.1°C / 39.4°F	07:10 / 17:59	69
12	8.7°C / 47.7°F	2.6°C / 36.7°F	07:10 / 18:00	74
13	14.4°C / 57.9°F	7.4°C / 45.3°F	07:10 / 18:01	64
14	21.7°C / 71.1°F	8.2°C / 46.8°F	07:10 / 18:01	63
15	14.8°C / 58.6°F	8.7°C / 47.7°F	07:10 / 18:02	47
16	13.8°C / 56.8°F	3.3°C / 37.9°F	07:10 / 18:03	45
17	15.9°C / 60.6°F	3.2°C / 37.8°F	07:10 / 18:03	53
18	18.1°C / 64.6°F	5.0°C / 41.0°F	07:10 / 18:04	48
19	18.8°C / 65.8°F	8.4°C / 47.1°F	07:10 / 18:05	45
20	13.3°C / 55.9°F	8.1°C / 46.6°F	07:10 / 18:05	64
21	14.5°C / 58.1°F	6.3°C / 43.3°F	07:10 / 18:06	56
22	11.6°C / 52.9°F	3.8°C / 38.8°F	07:10 / 18:07	63
23	13.8°C / 56.8°F	9.0°C / 48.2°F	07:10 / 18:08	60
24	11.1°C / 52.0°F	7.6°C / 45.7°F	07:10 / 18:08	58
25	14.0°C / 57.2°F	7.6°C / 45.7°F	07:09 / 18:09	61
26	17.6°C / 63.7°F	7.6°C / 45.7°F	07:09 / 18:10	63
27	21.2°C / 70.0°F	9.1°C / 48.4°F	07:09 / 18:10	59
28	15.6°C / 60.1°F	10.5°C / 50.9°F	07:09 / 18:11	54
29	13.7°C / 56.7°F	6.7°C / 44.1°F	07:08 / 18:12	50
30	14.7°C / 58.5°F	4.4°C / 39.9°F	07:08 / 18:12	47
31	16.9°C / 62.4°F	6.0°C / 42.8°F	07:08 / 18:13	44

- Last updated on May. 24, 2022 -

Questions & Answers on Guangzhou Weather in January

Asked by Steven liew from MALAYSIA | Nov. 26, 2015 02:27

what will the temperature in the first week of January in Guangzhou?

Answers (1)

Answered by Julie from FINLAND | Nov. 26, 2015 02:45

According to the previous statistics, the temperature may range from 45 F to 70 F at that time. There will have many sunny days. It will be cool and comfortable. You are suggested to prepare light jackets, thin sweaters, long sleeves and jeans.