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Salem weather in January (Tamil Nadu, India)

Can you expect sunny skies in Salem in January? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Salem during January, which means very high temperatures and low rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 31°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 20°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Salem in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 6.4 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around a single day of rain.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Salem. January typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May and June tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Salem climate page with graphs.

 

Salem, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 2%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 6.4 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  

Where to go in India in January

Find out more about the weather in India and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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