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Andaman Islands Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Andaman Islands, India in January.

Considering a trip to the Andaman Islands, India this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Andaman Islands in January

The Andaman Islands, India is a region in India. January in the Andaman Islands generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Havelock Island at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Mormugao at 31°C (88°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Mormugao and 26°C (79°F) in Havelock Island.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Andaman Islands, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Mormugao with an average of 1.2 mm (0.05 in) to moderate rainfall in Manglutān with 41 mm (1.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Havelock Island typically receives 267 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Andaman Islands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Andaman Islands - and find the best time to visit. (based on Havelock Island)

Best Places to Visit in the Andaman Islands in January

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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).

Popular Destinations in the Andaman Islands

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Andaman Islands, India?

Temperature range in the Andaman Islands (January)

Precipitation variation in the Andaman Islands (January)

Havelock Island

In January Havelock Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
267 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Manglutān

In January Manglutān generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
267 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Neil Island

In January Neil Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
267 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Port Blair

In January Port Blair generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
267 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Belagavi

In January Belagavi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
8.8 mm (0.3 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: India January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in India in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in India dropped to -39°C (-38°F) in Leh on January 25, 2008.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in India was -27°C (-17°F) in Leh on January 1, 2018.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Andaman Islands in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Havelock Island 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Manglutān 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Neil Island 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Port Blair 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Belagavi 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 2.1 mm (0.1 in)
Mormugao 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.2 mm (0.05 in)

The Andaman Islands weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Andaman Islands, India in January?

January in the Andaman Islands, India brings excellent weather. In Havelock Island, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in the Andaman Islands, India in January?

In Havelock Island, the average daytime high in January is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does the Andaman Islands, India get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Andaman Islands, India during January, with Havelock Island averaging close to 37 mm (1.5 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Andaman Islands, India?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to the Andaman Islands, India. Typically, the climate in Havelock Island is excellent.

On average, the best time to visit the Andaman Islands, India is in January, February and December with generally excellent weather in Havelock Island. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be less favorable.

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