What is the weather like in Chongqing in January?

Expect temperatures between 5°C and 11°C with 15% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Chongqing in January?

Chongqing in January scores 60/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Chongqing in January?

January in Chongqing is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Chongqing Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

11°C

Hottest around day 30

Avg Low

5°C

Coolest around day 27

Rainy Days

0days

15% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Chongqing

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Well Connected

71/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jul

Low

Apr

Monthly Traffic Distribution

447

Jan

426

Feb

427

Mar

323

Apr

325

May

431

Jun

472

Jul

445

Aug

422

Sep

410

Oct

369

Nov

432

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Shenzhen Bao'an (SZX)

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)

Beijing Capital (PEK)

Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan (HGH)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

10 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There is anoutbreak of chikungunyain Guangdong Province, China.Chikungunya vaccinationis recommended for people traveling to an area with a chikungunya outbreak.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to China.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to China.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Chongqing?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(60/100)

Short Answer

Chongqing's January delivers on its reputation: 11°C, 15% rain, 3.6h sunshine. The trade-off? Peak crowds and prices at 95% capacity.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Poor air quality: Unhealthy

Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.

Peak tourist season

95% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Schistosomiasis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
78% humidity creates difficult conditions
📸
Photographers
77% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Chongqing in January averages 11°C with 15% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Chongqing in January

What are the temperatures in Chongqing in January?

Daytime highs average 11°C, nights drop to 5°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Chongqing in January?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Chongqing in January?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is January peak season in Chongqing?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Chongqing Weather in January

Chongqing January Weather Calendar