January 12 is generally a great time to visit Chongqing. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Chongqing right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Chongqing
Currency
CNY
¥ Chinese yuan
Language
Chinese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.01
Chongqing Weather Forecast for January 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10.9°C. 15% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Chongqing in January
Based on historical data for January 12, Chongqing typically experiences temperatures between 4.6°C and 10.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Chongqing
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
10.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.2°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
15%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
75%
Overcast
Pressure
1023.5 hPa
Medium volatility
Chongqing Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 89% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 267 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 401 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 668 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.2°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in China
Flight Traffic
High
95/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~447
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Chongqing
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:49
☀️ Noon
13:01
🌇 Sunset
18:13
⏱️ Daylight
10h 24m
Wind Speed
8.7 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
3.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Chongqing
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Chongqing on January 12 averages 10.9°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 78/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Chongqing Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Chongqing Worth Visiting on January 12?
Planning a trip to Chongqing on January 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10.9°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 447 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for China, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to -1.2°C in 2021.