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January in Varkala sees daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) at night. As the driest month of the year, combined with excellent weather, it's a great time to visit.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Varkala typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 32°C (90°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Varkala spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Varkala between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
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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).
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). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. The water temperature sits at about 29°C (84°F), making it perfect for swimming and water activities. Don't forget to pack your favorite swimwear and perhaps some snorkel gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Water Temp
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