January in Lanzhou is freezing because of the frequent snow. The lowest temperature drops to –11 °C (12.2 °F) and the highest is about 2 °C (35.6 °F) during the day. The lowest average temperature is –13 °C (8.6 °F) at night. In spite of the cold, the sun sometimes shines and a little breeze blows.
An overcoat and thick trousers are recommended to avoid catching a cold if you stay outdoors for a long time.
Chinese New Year comes in late January or early February. This time of the year may be the best for experiencing authentic Chinese culture, and it is also peak travel season. Train and flight tickets are difficult to book, so consider not traveling during this time of the year. See our Chinese New Year Travel Guide.
Lanzhou Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data
| Date | Average High | Average Low | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 2 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 3 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 4 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 5 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 6 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 7 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 8 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 9 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 10 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 11 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 12 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 13 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 14 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 15 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 16 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 17 | 34 °F | 1.11 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 18 | 35 °F | 1.67 °C | 11 °F | -11.67 °C |
| January 19 | 35 °F | 1.67 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 20 | 35 °F | 1.67 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 21 | 35 °F | 1.67 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 22 | 35 °F | 1.67 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 23 | 35 °F | 1.67 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 24 | 35 °F | 1.67 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 25 | 36 °F | 2.22 °C | 12 °F | -11.11 °C |
| January 26 | 36 °F | 2.22 °C | 13 °F | -10.56 °C |
| January 27 | 36 °F | 2.22 °C | 13 °F | -10.56 °C |
| January 28 | 36 °F | 2.22 °C | 13 °F | -10.56 °C |
| January 29 | 36 °F | 2.22 °C | 13 °F | -10.56 °C |
| January 30 | 37 °F | 2.78 °C | 13 °F | -10.56 °C |
| January 31 | 37 °F | 2.78 °C | 14 °F | -10 °C |
