Beijing Weather in January
Chinese New Year temple fair, Beijing
January is the coldest month in Beijing. Heating is supplied 24 hours a day, so it is warm inside the houses, but outside it is freezing and windy. A thin sweater is enough if you stay inside, but you need to prepare warm clothes, such as thick sweaters, a down-filled coat, gloves and hat to keep warm outside. It may snow a little in this month. It is very dry.
The skiing season is in full swing. The bone-chilling weather makes January the best month to hit the slopes. If you like skiing, you definitely shouldn't miss the ski resorts in the vicinity of the city.
Chinese New Year (the Spring Festival) takes places at the end of this month or early to mid February. There are many cultural activities in the streets, such as lion dances, temple fairs and displays of lanterns. This is the best time of the year to experience authentic Chinese culture. However, the Spring Festival period is the busiest travel time all over the country, when trains and flights are fully booked days before departure. See Chinese New Year Travel Guide.
Beijing Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data
| Date | Average High | Average Low | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1st | 35°F | 1.67°C | 16°F | -8.89°C |
| January 2nd | 35°F | 1.67°C | 16°F | -8.89°C |
| January 3rd | 35°F | 1.67°C | 16°F | -8.89°C |
| January 4th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 16°F | -8.89°C |
| January 5th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 6th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 7th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 8th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 9th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 10th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 11th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 12th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 13th | 34°F | 1.11°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 14th | 34°F | 1.11°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 15th | 34°F | 1.11°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 16th | 34°F | 1.11°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 17th | 34°F | 1.11°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 18th | 34°F | 1.11°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 19th | 34°F | 1.11°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 20th | 34°F | 1.11°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 21st | 34°F | 1.11°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 22nd | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 23rd | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 24th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 25th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 26th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 27th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 28th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 29th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 15°F | -9.44°C |
| January 30th | 35°F | 1.67°C | 16°F | -8.89°C |
| January 31st | 35°F | 1.67°C | 16°F | -8.89°C |
| Average Climate for January | 34.71°F | 1.51°C | 15.19°F | -9.34°C |
| Beijing Weather Forecast on Apr. 06, 2012 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Today 57°F | 14°C Condition:Clear Humidity: 23% Wind: N at 4 mph |
Fri
39°F | 72°F 4°C | 22°C Clear |
Sat
48°F | 77°F 9°C | 25°C Mostly Sunny |
Sun
46°F | 73°F 8°C | 23°C Mostly Sunny |
Mon
52°F | 77°F 11°C | 25°C Mostly Sunny |
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Beijing Daily Climate by Month
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Beijing Festival(s) and Event(s) in January
Baiyun Temple Fair
Jan. 23 to Feb. 10The Baiyun Temple Fair is famous for its popularity and its long duration. During the Temple Fair, tourists can attend many folk activities. For example, tourists can touch the “stone monkey.” There is a stone monkey in the Baiyun Temple. It is said that who can touch it will be blessed by the god. In addition, tourists can also throw money at the bell. There is a big copper coin tied to the bridg.. Read more
Beijing Changdian Temple Fair
Jan. 23 to Feb. 7Strolling around the Chandian Temple Fair during the Spring Festival has always been a custom for Beijing people. The Changdian Temple Fair is held in the South Xinhua street and East-and-West Liulichang street, starting from Hepingmen in the north to Hufangqiao in the south. The Changdian Temple Fair has a long history; it can be traced back to the Ming Emperor Jiajing years. During the Temple Fa.. Read more
Wuxian God of Wealth Temple Fair
Jan. 24 to Feb. 7On the second day of the first lunar month, people usually go to the God of Wealth Temple. They will burn incense to pray for a good fortune in the next year. After burning incense, people usually buy some golden paper-cuts with Chinese character Fu or Xi on them. .. Read more
The Grand View Garden Fair
Jan. 24 to Feb. 7The Grand View Garden Fair is held during the Spring Festival every year. During the Fair, there are many activities relevant to the “A Dream of Red Mansions” (a famous novel in China) such as performances and guessing games. In addition, some ancient Chinese clothes are offered for tourists to take pictures. The most attractive part of the Fair is the “Concubine Yuan Coming Home.” More than 100 p.. Read more
More Cities Weather in January
There is no snow falling in Beijing now.
Dear Lee,
There is no snow in Beijing this winter, so it is no problem to visiting the Great Wall in early March.
Did you arrange your Beijing trip already? I am glad to help you to make a Beijing trip including English-speaking tour guides, hotel and etc if you needs. Please feel free contact me at nancy@chinahighlights.com, you will get a reply within 24 hours.
Yours,
Nancy
Hello Metta, it is good to visit forbidden city and great wall during that time. All buildings in Beijing have heating system. You may check our website at http://www.chinahighlights.com/beijing/weather/january.htm for the weather information.
Hi Jojoeluv
I have sent email about the tour in Beijing to you. Please check if you receive it.
William Huo
Travel Advisor
As for your questions for Beijing tour.
Yes, Jan. is still ok for the tour for the kids as well as the senior citizens. Normally the temperature in day time is much higher than that in night time. There is always Central heating in the hotels, restaurants in Beijing.
I had noticed that you had totally 9 days in China, do you want to visit some other cities as well? Please feel free to contact me at sammi@chinahighlights.net
Dear Jason Tan,
I desiged a 6-day Beijing tour for you. Please check your e-amail. If you have any question, please feel free to let me know. My e-mail address is lussie@chinahighlights.com
Hi dingkit
Our travel advisor is contacting with you.
Thanks for your support.
Dear Dingkit,
Thanks for visiting our website.
There may be snow During the last week of Jan. I think you need wear thick warm clothes. Down jacket is needed. Are you planing your tour in Beijing? We have some nice packages including Beijing day trips and hotels from 3 stars to 5 stars. If you are interested please feel free to contact me.
Have a nice day. :)
KevinMa@chinahighlights.com
Wow yes Beijing is now covered by snow. During this period (January) it snows almost everyday there and the first snow fall can be as early as November. However the temperature usually does not decrease while snowing as the temperature outside is as low as that of a icebox even without snowing. Hope this helps.
Dennis at China Highlights Travel
Hello Lani,
There is a big chance that Beijing will snow in Jan, but Winter is also a good time to visit the Great Wall, because with the snow covers on the Great Wall, the views will be especially wonderful, I am sure you will have a nice time in Beijing, I would like suggest you bring warm coat and sweather with you.
Please feel free to let me know if you need us to arrange your Beijing Tour for you.
Lee
