Shanghai vs Vancouver in January

Shanghai is the better pick in January — 61 vs 38 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Shanghai is cold, a little rain, poor air quality, while Vancouver is cold, soaked, clean air.

Shanghai vs VancouverJanuary climate, side by side

ShanghaiVancouver
Comfort score61/100 (C)38/100 (F)
Feels-like high6°C3°C
Avg high / low9° / 3°6° / 2°
Rainfall63 mm368 mm
Rainy days820
Humidity74%87%
Air quality (AQI)13938

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Shanghai vs Vancouver in January — FAQ

Is January better in Shanghai or Vancouver?
Shanghai is the better pick in January — 61 vs 38 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Shanghai is cold, a little rain, poor air quality, while Vancouver is cold, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Shanghai vs Vancouver in January?
In January, Shanghai averages 9°C high / 3°C low with about 63 mm of rain; Vancouver averages 6°C high / 2°C low with about 368 mm.