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Ladakh Weather in January

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

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Planning a journey to Ladakh, India this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Ladakh in January

Ladakh, India is a region in India. January in Ladakh generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -14°C (7°F) and nighttime temperatures around -25°C (-13°F) in Leh. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

To explore the conditions in Ladakh, India in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 31 mm (1.2 in) in Leh.

Explore Ladakh by month

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

January-14°C (7°F) February-11°C (12°F) March-7°C (19°F) April-2°C (28°F) May3°C (37°F) June10°C (50°F) This monthJuly16°C (61°F) August17°C (63°F) September13°C (55°F) October4°C (39°F) November-4°C (25°F) December-11°C (12°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ladakh in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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 Ladakh

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Ladakh, India?

Leh

In January Leh generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -14°C (7°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -25°C (-13°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Min temperature
-24°C (-11°F)
-25°C (-13°F)
-22°C (-8°F)
Monthly snowfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ladakh, in India.

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.

Ladakh weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Ladakh, India generally has poor weather conditions. Leh sees daytime temperatures near -14°C (7°F), with nights cooling to roughly -25°C (-13°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Leh peak at roughly -14°C (7°F) in January, dropping to about -25°C (-13°F) overnight.

Does Ladakh, India get a lot of snow in January?

January is on the drier side in Ladakh, India. Leh averages only about 31 mm (1.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ladakh, India?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Ladakh, India due to the typically poor weather in Leh.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Leh. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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