Zhangjiajie · WinterMonth summary
Zhangjiajie weather in January
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
37°F – 50°F
🌧 Rainy days
35% of days
☀️ Sunshine
4.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Zhangjiajie 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: Zhangjiajie in January: 35% rain, 4.1h of sunshine. Better to wait for September.
By trip type
Zhangjiajie 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 Zhangjiajie is cool (10°F during the day). Days are short (4.1h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 35% 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 | 37°F | 50°F | 35% | 0.1in | 4.1h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 39°F | 54°F | 42% | 0.1in | 4.0h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 48°F | 64°F | 45% | 0.2in | 4.7h | 5.6/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 57°F | 73°F | 50% | 0.2in | 6.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 64°F | 81°F | 48% | 0.2in | 6.7h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ June | 72°F | 86°F | 58% | 0.3in | 8.7h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 77°F | 91°F | 56% | 0.2in | 11.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 77°F | 91°F | 48% | 0.2in | 11.8h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 70°F | 84°F | 35% | 0.1in | 9.8h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 59°F | 72°F | 33% | 0.1in | 5.6h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ November | 50°F | 64°F | 35% | 0.1in | 5.6h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ December | 41°F | 54°F | 21% | 0.0in | 7.1h | 5.8/10 |
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, Zhangjiajie averages 50°F, 35% rainy days and 4.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.1/10.
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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 : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +5.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Zhangjiajie in January
Is January a good time to visit Zhangjiajie?
January is not recommended for Zhangjiajie (score 4.1/10). With 35% rainy days and 4.1h of sunshine, consider September (7.8/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Zhangjiajie in January?
It's cool with 50°F daytime and 37°F at night. 4.1h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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