Suzhou · WinterMonth summary
Suzhou weather in January
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
34°F – 48°F
🌧 Rainy days
29% of days
☀️ Sunshine
7.4h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Suzhou in January?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: Suzhou in January: 29% rain, 7.4h of sunshine. Better to wait for September.
By trip type
Suzhou in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in January
Winter in Suzhou is cool (9°F during the day). Days are short (7.4h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 29% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 34°F | 48°F | 29% | 0.1in | 7.4h | 4.4/10 |
| 🌫️ February | 36°F | 50°F | 30% | 0.1in | 7.8h | 4.6/10 |
| ⛅ March | 45°F | 61°F | 34% | 0.1in | 8.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 54°F | 72°F | 35% | 0.1in | 9.4h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 63°F | 79°F | 37% | 0.2in | 9.4h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 70°F | 84°F | 52% | 0.3in | 8.2h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 79°F | 90°F | 54% | 0.3in | 10.9h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 79°F | 90°F | 46% | 0.2in | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 72°F | 82°F | 44% | 0.2in | 10.1h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 59°F | 72°F | 28% | 0.1in | 8.3h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 50°F | 64°F | 28% | 0.1in | 8.3h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 37°F | 52°F | 20% | 0.1in | 9.2h | 5.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Suzhou averages 48°F, 29% rainy days and 7.4h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.4/10.
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Comparison
January vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +19°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +15%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Suzhou in January
Is January a good time to visit Suzhou?
January is not recommended for Suzhou (score 4.4/10). With 29% rainy days and 7.4h of sunshine, consider September (7.8/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Suzhou in January?
It's cool with 48°F daytime and 34°F at night. 7.4h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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