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Goa Weather in January

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

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Calangute Candolim Anjuna Baga

Are you planning a trip a to Goa, India in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Goa in January

Goa, India is a region in India. January in Goa generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Palolem at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Old Goa at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 21°C (70°F) in Old Goa and 23°C (73°F) in Palolem. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Goa, India, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1.1 mm (0.04 in) in Calangute. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Calangute typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Calangute typically receives 312 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Goa by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Goa — and find the best time to visit. (based on Calangute)

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March31°C (88°F) April32°C (90°F) May32°C (90°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August28°C (82°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November32°C (90°F) December31°C (88°F)
Best Time to Visit Goa →

Best Places to Visit in Goa in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Goa.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Goa

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

Temperature range in Goa (January)

Precipitation variation in Goa (January)

Calangute

In January Calangute generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
312 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Calangute →

Candolim

In January Candolim generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
312 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Candolim →

Anjuna

In January Anjuna generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
312 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Anjuna →

Baga

In January Baga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
312 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Baga →

Panaji

In January Panaji generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
312 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Panaji →

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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 Goa in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Calangute 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Candolim 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Anjuna 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Baga 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Panaji 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 1.2 mm (0.05 in)
Palolem 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.4 mm (0.1 in)

Goa weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Goa, India in January?

Goa, India typically experiences pleasant weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Calangute average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Goa, India in January?

Average temperatures in Goa, India during January range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Calangute.

Does Goa, India get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Calangute averages just 1.1 mm (0.04 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Goa, India.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Goa, India?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Goa, India with overall perfect weather in Calangute.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide pleasant weather in Calangute. On the other hand, the months of June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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