January · China
Best time to visit Lijiang in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lijiang in January
Average temperature 5°C, 11 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 57% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.1/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 11 mm
- Humidity
- 57%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Lijiang scores 8.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 5°C, 11 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lijiang's Naxi old town, canals and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain make it Yunnan's classic stop.
January holds up well in Lijiang — 6th best month
Expect 5°C (40°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
At just 11 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Lijiang — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lijiang in January?
- In January, Lijiang averages 5°C, 11 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Lijiang?
- January earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lijiang in January?
- Expect about 11 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 57% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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