January 17 is generally a great time to visit Hangzhou. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 9°C weather. As it's peak season for Hangzhou, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Hangzhou
Currency
CNY
¥ Chinese yuan
Language
Chinese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.01
Hangzhou Weather Forecast for January 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 9.4°C. 25% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Hangzhou in January
Based on historical data for January 17, Hangzhou typically experiences temperatures between 1.2°C and 9.4°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Hangzhou
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
9.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
1.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
7.6°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
25%
Avg 1.9mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~25% chance
Pressure
1026.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Hangzhou Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 83% 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
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in China
Flight Traffic
High
94/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~440
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Hangzhou
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:57
☀️ Noon
12:10
🌇 Sunset
17:23
⏱️ Daylight
10h 25m
Wind Speed
11.8 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
5.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
Travel Intelligence
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Travel Health & Safety in Hangzhou
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
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Hangzhou on January 17 averages 9.4°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 61/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Hangzhou Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 12
10.1°C • 25% rain
Score
64
January 13
10°C • 26% rain
Score
64
January 14
9.9°C • 24% rain
Score
64
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Hangzhou Worth Visiting on January 17?
Planning a trip to Hangzhou on January 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 9.4°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 440 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 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.7°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to -3.2°C in 2023.