Normal weather for Leh in January
It's pleasantly warm in January in Leh with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 9°C.
In January, there is an average of 43 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Leh in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
20°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
21°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
18°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
43 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 9 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Leh with mild temperatures, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights close to 9°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 20°C, with nights close to 8°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. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Leh will be around 20°C, with nights close to 9°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Leh?
Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in Leh. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Leh in January
With 25°C, Leh hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 2°C to a high of 16°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Leh
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Leh, 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.
Daily Precipitation in January in Leh
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Leh, 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 8 days of rain in Leh.
Daily UV Index in January in Leh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Leh, 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 Leh Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Leh, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Leh Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Leh, 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 Leh
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Leh. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Leh by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Leh. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
