What is the weather like around January??

It is Winter in China and it is quite cold in most places. You are suggested to wear thermal underwear, a woolen sweater and a down coat to protect you from the chilly climate. Warm gloves, a scarf, hat and mask are also indispensable. If visiting the Great Wall in suburban Beijing after a snowfall, you may have to wear additional layers to keep you warm. Prepare a pair of warm shoes or boots with a sturdy grip on the soles. Guilin and Yangshuo are a bit warmer than other places during the tour, but Winter clothes are still needed.