Datong Weather in January
January is the coldest month of the year in Datong, when the lowest temperature can reach -22℃/-7.6℉. But there is little snow, with a lot of cloudy or sunny days.
| Average Maximum | Average Minimum | Highest Maximum | Lowest Minimum | |
| ℃ | -3 | -17 | 6 | -22 |
| ℉ | 26.6 | 1.4 | 42.8 | -7.6 |
Sunny Days: 12 days
Cloudy Days: 12 days
Overcast Days: 7 days
What to wear and bring
Early January
In early January, there are almost all cloudy days. But it is still cold outside. It is recommended that you wear warm clothing such as woolen clothes, padded winter coats and leather jackets. You will also need to wear woolen gloves and a hat.
Tips:
Weather on New Year Holiday in China
It is very cold on New Year's Day, with a maximum temperature of-19℃/-2.2℉, but it is often a cloudy day. On this day, you need wear really warm clothes to protect yourself from the cold, such as a thick sweater or a down-filled jacket.
Mid-January
This is the coldest period in this month, although the days are mostly clear and sunny with some clouds, and the lowest temperature is between -21℃/-5.8℉and -16℃/3.2℉. It is recommended that you wear the warmest clothes you have, like a sweater along with a down-filled jacket. In addition, do not stay outdoors for a long time.
Late January
The weather is similar to the middle of January. The minimum temperature still goes down to -21℃/-5.8℉. It is suggested that you wear padded or woolen clothes, and you will also need to wear woolen gloves and a hat.
Historical Datong Weather in January
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