Gorakhpur Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Gorakhpur’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in India.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Gorakhpur can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very hot 39°C in May. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 23°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 10°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Gorakhpur by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 20 mm of rainfall spread over roughly a single day.
Annual Temperatures in India Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across India. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Gorakhpur Temperatures Compared World Wide
Gorakhpur’s average annual maximum temperature is 32°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Gorakhpur’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Gorakhpur climate page.
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