What is the weather like in Lijiang in January?

Expect temperatures between 0°C and 13°C with 6% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Lijiang in January?

Lijiang in January scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Lijiang in January?

January in Lijiang is ideal for: Families with children, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Lijiang Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

13°C

Hottest around day 3

Avg Low

0°C

Coolest around day 18

Rainy Days

0days

6% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Lijiang January Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Nice

13°C3%

Day 2

Nice

13°C4%

Day 3

Nice

13°C3%

Day 4

Nice

13°C5%

Day 5

Nice

13°C4%

Day 6

Nice

13°C5%

Day 7

Nice

13°C5%

Day 8

Nice

13°C6%

Day 9

Nice

13°C6%

Day 10

Nice

12°C6%

Day 11

Nice

12°C6%

Day 12

Nice

12°C4%

Day 13

Nice

12°C3%

Day 14

Nice

13°C3%

Day 15

Nice

13°C5%

Day 16

Nice

13°C4%

Day 17

Nice

13°C5%

Day 18

Nice

13°C6%

Day 19

Nice

13°C7%

Day 20

Nice

13°C7%

Day 21

Nice

13°C7%

Day 22

Nice

13°C7%

Day 23

Nice

13°C7%

Day 24

Nice

13°C6%

Day 25

Nice

13°C6%

Day 26

Nice

13°C7%

Day 27

Nice

13°C6%

Day 28

Nice

13°C8%

Day 29

Nice

13°C8%

Day 30

Nice

13°C8%

Day 31

Nice

13°C9%

Essential Travel Info for Lijiang

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Low Traffic

36/ 100

Traffic Index

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Low Season

Key Connections

Chengdu Tianfu (TFU)

Jinghong Xishuangbanna Gasa (JHG)

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)

Changsha Huanghua (CSX)

Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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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 Lijiang?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(66/100)

Short Answer

January delivers Lijiang's best weather - 13°C days, rare rain (6%), and comfortable 59% humidity. Book accommodation early as this is well-known as an excellent period.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Excellent dry conditions

Only 6% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

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

High altitude destination

2419m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Plenty of sunshine

9.3h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

82% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 12.8°C temperatures and low 6% rain risk
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Photographers
9.3h sunshine, 76% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 81/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Lijiang in January averages 13°C with 6% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Lijiang in January

What are the temperatures in Lijiang in January?

Daytime highs average 13°C, nights drop to 0°C. There's a significant day/night temperature swing.

How many rainy days in Lijiang in January?

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

What to wear in Lijiang in January?

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

Is January peak season in Lijiang?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Lijiang Weather in January

Lijiang January Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Lijiang

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Chikungunya

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Japanese Encephalitis

Measles

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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