Srinagar weather in January (Jammu & Kashmir, India)
Thinking of visiting Srinagar in January? Check the weather first! Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
In January, the weather in Srinagar generally includes low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 4°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -6°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.
Precipitation
Srinagar in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 197 mm for the month. Typically around 4 days days of snow/rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 73 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Srinagar. May, June, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, July, August and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Srinagar climate page with graphs.
Srinagar, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-6°C
Max Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
14%
Precipitation
197 mm
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
69%
Sunshine
73 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in India in January
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
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