January · China
Best time to visit Xi'an in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Xi'an in January
Average temperature 1°C, 11 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 58% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.2/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 1°C
- Rainfall
- 11 mm
- Humidity
- 58%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Xi'an scores 7.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 1°C, 11 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
A Ming-era city wall rings Xi'an's old center, with the Terracotta Army an hour outside and Muslim Quarter food inside.
January in Xi'an — reliably good (9th best month)
At 1°C (34°F) this is proper winter weather in January: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
At just 11 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.2 hours of daylight.
That is 7.2/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Xi'an — 2.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Xi'an in January?
- In January, Xi'an averages 1°C, 11 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.2/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Xi'an?
- January earns a 7.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Xi'an in January?
- Expect about 11 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 58% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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