January · China
Best time to visit Guilin in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guilin in January
Average temperature 10°C, 181 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
5.2/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 181 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Guilin scores 5.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 181 mm of rain, and roughly 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guilin's karst peaks and rivers make it the classic scene of southern China.
January in Guilin: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Expect 10°C (49°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
181 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.2/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Guilin — 4.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Guilin in January?
- In January, Guilin averages 10°C, 181 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.2/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Guilin?
- January earns a 5.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guilin in January?
- Expect about 181 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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