Tanah Rata Weather in January

In Tanah Rata, January brings high daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to 19°C (66°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent rainfall.

Rainfall in Tanah Rata in January

As part of the rainy season, Tanah Rata sees around 14 days of rain in January, with an average of 184 mm (7.2 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in Tanah Rata in January

Tanah Rata in January gets highs of 29°C (84°F) during the day and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 19°C (66°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Tanah Rata in January

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 128 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Tanah Rata Temperature in January

Min Temperature 19°C (66°F)  

Max Temperature 29°C (84°F)  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 184 mm (7.2 in)  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Sunshine 128 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Historical weather for Tanah Rata in January

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Tanah Rata historical weather extremes in January

Based on 20 years of weather observations in Tanah Rata between 2005 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

• The hottest January day on record in Tanah Rata reached 36°C (97°F) (January 27, 2008).
• The coldest January day was on January 12, 2018, with a maximum of 24°C (75°F).
• The coldest night in January in Tanah Rata was on January 14, 2022, with a minimum of 13°C (55°F).

What to Wear in Tanah Rata in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Tanah Rata in January

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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