January weather forecast
Chongqing, China

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Weather in January

This initial month of the year in Chongqing, China, experiences a meek winter. Though not as cold as more northern provinces, January's Chongqing weather signals a freshness not found at other times of the year. This month brings the lowest recorded temperature in the range from 6.3°C (43.3°F) to 12.3°C (54.1°F), alongside negligible snowfall. The locals often head outside to enjoy the crisp weather and stunning vistas, especially on the sunny days that boast about 7.3 hours of sunshine. The sparser rainfall encourages outdoor activities, making this a delightful month to explore the city's natural and cultural attractions.

Temperature

The coldest month in Chongqing is January, with an average high-temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 59%.

Rainfall

In Chongqing, in January, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.3 rainfall days, and 571mm (22.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Chongqing. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

Daylight

In Chongqing, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 18:30 CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Chongqing. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in January leads to these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Chongqing?

In Chongqing, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 12.3°C (54.1°F) at the peak and 6.3°C (43.3°F) at the lowest.

What are the temperatures in Chongqing in January?

During January, Chongqing experiences an average high-temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F) and a low-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Chongqing?

The average relative humidity in January in Chongqing is 59%.

How many days does it rain in January in Chongqing?

In Chongqing, in January, during 6.4 rainfall days, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Chongqing?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Chongqing, China. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Chongqing?

January is the last month it regularly snows in Chongqing, China. During 0.3 snowfall days, in January, Chongqing aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Chongqing?

In Chongqing, China, the average day length in January is 10h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Chongqing?

On the first day of January in Chongqing, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 18:30 CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chongqing have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Chongqing, China, is 7.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chongqing?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Chongqing, China.

How high is the UV index in January in Chongqing?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Chongqing is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Chongqing, China

Average temperature in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average high temperature in January: 12.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (34.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Chongqing, China

Average pressure in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average pressure in January: 1024.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1024.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1001.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Chongqing, China

Average wind speed in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (5.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Chongqing, China

Average humidity in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average humidity in January: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (55%).

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Average rainfall in January
Chongqing, China

Average rainfall in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average rainfall in January: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (7mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Chongqing, China

Average rainfall days in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Chongqing, China

Average snowfall in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average snowfall in January: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Chongqing, China

Average snowfall days in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Chongqing, China

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Chongqing, China

Average sunshine days in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Chongqing, China

Average UV index in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Chongqing, China

Average cloud cover in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Chongqing, China

Average visibility in January - Chongqing, China
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, September and October (9km).

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