Varanasi weather in January (Uttar Pradesh, India)
Looking to travel to Varanasi in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In Varanasi the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 24°C, while night temperatures can drop to 11°C. This month usually represents the year's cooler end of the spectrum. However, it still remains warm.
Varanasi in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 2 days.
With around 233 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Varanasi climate page with graphs.
Varanasi, monthly averages in January
Where to go in India in January
Find out more about the weather in India in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in Varanasi in January?
For visitors traveling to Varanasi, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
Interested in more climate information?
Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Varanasi.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to India? On this website you can find 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 climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.