Guizhou Weather in January

Season: Winter
In short: low temperature, high humidity, off season
  It is cold in Guizhou during January, but generally not bitterly cold, as the average temperature hovers between 2-8 degrees Celsius (35.6-46.4℉). In the high-attitude areas like Liupanshui and Bijie, it’s likely to drop below the freezing point in January. The lowest record in recent years is about -5℃ (23℉) in Weining, Bijie. The max temperature once reached 19℃ (66.2℉), which was an extreme condition. Usually, the high temperature is around 12℃ (53.6℉). 
Guizhou climate in January is always drippy. Although January is a relatively less rainy month in the year, it goes with light rains on 14 days or so. It’s rarely sunny in the remaining time, while most days are overcast.

 Yes, you can see snow in Guizhou in January, but there is not much snowfall, with only 1-2 snowy days in the whole month. Comparatively, there are more snow on higher mountains, such as the famous Fanjing Mountain, which become the best places for snow-covered landscapes in Guizhou.
 In mid-winter, the sun rises at 07:38-07:43, while it sets at 18:12-18:34 in Guizhou. The average daylight hours reach 10.7h, but the daily sunshine hours are no more than 2h averagely in most areas. In some southern towns, people may enjoy the sunshine hours of 5-6h during January.
 

 In view of the cold and damp Guizhou weather in January, it’s important to keep warm and protect yourselves from moisture.

Winter clothes like breathable thermal underwear, sweater, thick jacket or woolen coat, woolen underpants and plush pants are suggested. You needn’t wear too thick during the day, and thick padded coat or down coat is not the necessity, unless it rains or snows. However, it is optimal to add a thick outwear if you intend to go outdoors after nightfall.
 1. In cities, a scarf, mitten, padded hat, etc. are not essential at most times. If you are sensitive to coldness, it is another thing; or perhaps, you want to wear a hat to add lustre to your pictures.
2. Because it often drizzles, a waterproof winter coat could help a lot during your journey.
3. Shearling boots are discouraged, for they could get wet and dirty in the drizzle, difficult to clean. Waterproof and slip-resistant winter shoes are the best.
4. If you’re going to see snow in Guizhou, sunglasses are good to protect your eyes.
5. Do take an umbrella or raincoat.
           Travel Recommendation Rate:
Pros: less-crowded, no queueing, Chinese New Year experience
Cons: cold and wet weather, bad road conditions

January 2026 will be a great opportunity to see the fairytale snow scenery of Fanjing Mountain, which is the top attraction in Guizhou during the month. If you would like to experience hot spring bath, Shiqian Town in Tongren is your best choice. Zhaoxing Dong Village is also recommended to visit, to experience the folk customs of the Dong ethnic group. Chinese New Year falls in January in some years, when you can celebrate the grand festival with local people together.

Tips:
1. Bad weather in January would result in some inconvenience on transport. On the one hand, don’t insist on going out if it’s fogging or snowing. Roads can be slippery and even icy, making your trip unsafe. On the other hand, you may have to start off earlier to deal with possible emergencies. Meanwhile, you would cost more when hiring a car, because of limited service providers.
2. January is the slack season, when some attractions in Guizhou shorten their opening hours. Confirm the opening hours before you go there.
3. If you’re easy to catch a cold, please prepare some common cold medicines.