India weather in January
Are you planning a trip to India in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in India in January?
In January, India experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. January falls during the winter season.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Hundar at -19°C to very warm in Shoranūr at 36°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Shoranūr and -27°C in Hundar. While January might be the chilliest month, India offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Sasan Gir with an average of 0.4 mm to heavy rainfall in Lachen with 689 mm. Meanwhile, New Delhi enjoys approximately 219 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For specific regional insights in India for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our India climate page.
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Average weather in New Delhi
In January New Delhi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Bangalore
In January Bangalore generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Jaipur
In January Jaipur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Chennai
In January Chennai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Mumbai
In January Mumbai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is January the best time to visit India?
We believe that January is one of the best times to visit India with overall perfect weather in New Delhi. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in New Delhi. The weather in June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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