January 9 is generally a great time to visit Suzhou. While there is a slight chance of rain (21%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 8°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Suzhou right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Suzhou
Currency
CNY
¥ Chinese yuan
Language
Chinese
Driving
Right side
Connect
Suzhou has many free Wi-Fi access points...
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.01
Suzhou Weather Forecast for January 9
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 8.2°C. 21% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Suzhou in January
Based on historical data for January 9, Suzhou typically experiences temperatures between 0.6°C and 8.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (21% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Suzhou
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
8.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
0.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
5.6°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Rain Chance
21%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
51%
Overcast
Pressure
1027.2 hPa
Medium volatility
Suzhou Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 82% 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
3.1°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
~109
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Suzhou
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:58
☀️ Noon
12:05
🌇 Sunset
17:12
⏱️ Daylight
10h 13m
Wind Speed
16.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
70%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Suzhou
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, Suzhou on January 9 averages 8.2°C with a 21% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 56/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Suzhou Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 3
9.6°C • 15% rain
Score
70
January 2
9.3°C • 12% rain
Score
68
January 4
9.8°C • 17% rain
Score
66
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Suzhou Worth Visiting on January 9?
Planning a trip to Suzhou on January 9? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 8.2°C with a 21% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 109 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for China, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 9 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 16.5°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to -6.3°C in 2021.