Manipur Weather in January

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

🔎
Imphal

Considering a trip to Manipur, 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 Manipur in January

Manipur, India is a region in India. January in Manipur generally has pleasant temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Imphal. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Manipur, India that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

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

Precipitation

January is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 13 mm (0.5 in) in Imphal. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Imphal typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Explore Manipur by month

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

January21°C (70°F) February24°C (75°F) March26°C (79°F) April28°C (82°F) May28°C (82°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September28°C (82°F) October27°C (81°F) November25°C (77°F) December22°C (72°F)
Best Time to Visit Manipur →

Best Places to Visit in Manipur in January

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

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 Manipur

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

Imphal

In January Imphal generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Imphal →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Manipur, 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.

Manipur weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Manipur, India brings perfect weather. In Imphal, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

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

In Imphal, the average daytime high in January is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Manipur, India during January, with Imphal averaging close to 13 mm (0.5 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Manipur, India?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Manipur, India. Typically, the climate in Imphal is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Imphal. On the other hand, the months of June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Manipur.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to India? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in India.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

A paradise called Andaman Islands

Though officially Indian, the Andamans are nearer Myanmar, Indonesia, and Thailand, resulting in amazing, budget-friendly white-sand beaches.
The 5 most beautiful monasteries in Ladakh

Explore Ladakh's spiritual essence through its incredible Buddhist monasteries. See architectural wonders, rich traditions, and serene landscapes in this guide.
Sleeping under the stars and riding camels in Rajasthan

A desert safari in Jaisalmer is definitely one of the highlights during a visit to India. Spending a night in the desert is a great adventurous bucket list experience.
Avoid mass tourism on an eco boat in the backwaters of Kerala

We can tell you now how you can avoid being surrounded by tourists and at the same time minimize your impact on the environment.
Must visit in India →