January weather forecast
Lanzhou, China

Lanzhou, China, experiences the coldest vibes of the year during January. The biting chill prevails with mercury levels plummeting to a minimum of -12°C (10.4°F) and a maximum of scarcely 1°C (33.8°F). Sunshine hours are at a year-round low, although the average 6 hours of daily sunshine still brings some respite from the cold. This is not the period for outdoor activities, opting for indoor entertainment would be the safer move. The weather during this month tests the endurance of the residents, bracing for the harsh winter.

Temperature

January, with an average high of 1°C (33.8°F) and a low of -12°C (10.4°F), signifies the coldest month of the year in Lanzhou.

Rainfall

In Lanzhou, in January, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lanzhou, there are 87 rainfall days, and 350mm (13.78") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Lanzhou is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Lanzhou, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 18:29 CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Lanzhou are January, September through December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Lanzhou, China, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during January leads to these instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.