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Guangzhou weather in January

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Guangzhou January weather at a glance

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In January, Guangzhou averages 16.3°C, with typical highs of 21.3°C and lows of 11.9°C. The historical average is 2 wet days and 56% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in January, it is 18.5°C warmer than Seoul, with 3 fewer wet days.

Guangzhou January temperature & humidity

Average16.3°CHigh 21.3° / low 11.9°
Humidity56%
Wet days2 days6% of days
Day–night range9.4°

Guangzhou January rain & wet days

Wet days2 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days6%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Guangzhou in January

T-shirts or long sleeves with one light outer layer should be comfortable.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 21.3°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 11.9°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Light outer layer
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Guangzhou January sunrise & sunset times

2026 January · Local time (Asia/Shanghai)

Sunrise on the 15th07:10
Sunset on the 15th18:02
Daylight duration10h 52m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-01-0107:0817:5310h 45m
2026-01-1507:1018:0210h 52m
2026-01-3107:0718:1411h 6m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Guangzhou

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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January weather by year

January 202415.9°3 wet days, 68% humidity
January 202516.6°1 wet days, 43% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

123°12°
224°13°
322°14°
422°11°
523°14°
623°12°
723°11°
823°12°
922°11°
1016°8°
1117°8°
1219°8°
1322°8°
1425°16°
1521°16°
1620°10°
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1822°10°
1924°11°
2024°12°
2124°12°
2225°16°
2324°17°
2425°17°
2525°15°
2618°10°2.2mm
2717°8°
2820°10°
2921°12°
3023°12°
3125°14°

Frequently asked questions

What is Guangzhou weather like in January?

In January, Guangzhou averages 16.3°C, with typical highs of 21.3°C and lows of 11.9°C. The historical average is 2 wet days and 56% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is excellent.

Does it rain a lot in Guangzhou in January?

There are about 2 wet days in January. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Guangzhou in January?

T-shirts or long sleeves with one light outer layer should be comfortable.

What are the best months to visit Guangzhou?

Recent weather data rates January, February, October, November among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Guangzhou weather in January in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Guangzhou in January?

On 2026-01-15, calculated sunrise is 07:10 and sunset is 18:02 in local time (Asia/Shanghai). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations