Normal weather for India in January
It's warm in January in India with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 15°C.
In January, there is an average of 11 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
India in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
28°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
11 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
3 days | 9 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in India with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 14°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature rises to around 29°C, with nights close to 14°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in India will be around 29°C, with nights close to 14°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit India?
Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in India. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for India in January
With 36°C, India hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 3°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in India
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in India, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in January in India
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Daily Precipitation in January in India
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for India, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 3 days of rain in India.
Daily UV Index in January in India
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in India, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in India Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in India, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in India Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in India, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for India
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Weather experiences in January in India
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Average Weather in India by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for India. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
