Xi'an · WinterMonth summary
Xi'an weather in January
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°F – 43°F
🌧 Rainy days
11% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
May (8.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Xi'an 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: Not the best window: 11% rain risk and 8.9h of sunshine. May is much safer.
By trip type
Xi'an 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 Xi'an is cool (6°F during the day). Days are short (8.9h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Rain risk remains low (11% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 25°F | 43°F | 11% | 0.0in | 8.9h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌫️ February | 28°F | 50°F | 13% | 0.0in | 9.3h | 6.6/10 |
| ⛅ March | 41°F | 63°F | 16% | 0.0in | 9.7h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 52°F | 75°F | 22% | 0.1in | 9.9h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ May | 59°F | 82°F | 23% | 0.1in | 10.6h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 68°F | 91°F | 26% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 73°F | 91°F | 33% | 0.2in | 11.6h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 73°F | 91°F | 35% | 0.1in | 11.5h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 63°F | 79°F | 36% | 0.2in | 9.3h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 50°F | 66°F | 34% | 0.1in | 5.8h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ November | 39°F | 57°F | 19% | 0.0in | 8.1h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 27°F | 46°F | 6% | 0.0in | 8.8h | 6.2/10 |
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, Xi'an averages 43°F, 11% rainy days and 8.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.4/10.
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Comparison
January vs May (best month)
The best month is May (score 8.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +22°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +12%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Xi'an in January
Is January a good time to visit Xi'an?
January is not recommended for Xi'an (score 5.4/10). With 11% rainy days and 8.9h of sunshine, consider May (8.6/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Xi'an in January?
It's cool with 43°F daytime and 25°F at night. 8.9h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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