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Dharmsāla Weather in January

January in Dharmsāla brings low temperatures around 11°C (52°F) during the day, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 111 mm (4.4 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Dharmsāla in January

Historically, January sees about 5 days of rain, with a monthly average of 111 mm (4.4 in). When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.

Temperature in Dharmsāla in January

Dharmsāla in January gets highs of 11°C (52°F) during the day and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night. This month falls in the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. This period often claims the chilliest monthly averages of the year.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, October and November typically offer the best weather for Dharmsāla.

Dharmsāla Temperature in January

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
17%
Precipitation
111 mm (4.4 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
66% *
* Data from: Dharamshala, India (5 KM, 3 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Dharmsāla in January

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in January, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Dharmsāla in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Barbeque
    2/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    5/10

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