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Varanasi in January averages 24°C (75°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. This is part of the winter season. Some rainfall is to be expected.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and December typically offer the best weather for Varanasi.
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According to our 21 years of weather records for Varanasi, the following extremes were recorded between 2004 and 2025.
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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).
Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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