January weather - Winter 2024

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average UV index in January

Beautiful ancient monuments in the Durbar square in Kathmandu, Nepal

Weather in January

The new year ushers in the coldest period in Kathmandu, with temperatures dropping to as low as 2.4°C (36.3°F). A noticeable feature of January is the winter chill, with locals often bundling up to stay warm. Compared to December, January experiences an increment in the average daylight hours; however, cloudier skies and less sunshine are common. As the month progresses, one can anticipate a shift towards slightly warmer weather, leading into February. Despite the cold, it is a great time to travel and visit historical sites due to the fewer rainfall days.

Temperature

January, with an average high of 19.1°C (66.4°F) and a low of 2.4°C (36.3°F), signifies the coldest month of the year in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Humidity

In Kathmandu, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Kathmandu, Nepal, in January, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kathmandu, there are 110 rainfall days, and 1455mm (57.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:42 pm +0545.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Kathmandu is 7.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Kathmandu?

January is Kathmandu's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 19.1°C (66.4°F) and lows of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

What is the usual temperature for Kathmandu in January?

The high-temperature in Kathmandu, Nepal, during January is 19.1°C (66.4°F) and the low-temperature is 2.4°C (36.3°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Kathmandu?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kathmandu?

In Kathmandu, Nepal, during January, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Kathmandu have in January?

In Kathmandu, the average day length in January is 10h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kathmandu?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:42 pm +0545.

How long on average sun shines in January in Kathmandu?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Kathmandu is 7.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kathmandu?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kathmandu are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in January in Kathmandu?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Kathmandu is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

20.2°C 68.4°F

19.1°C 66.4°F

21.4°C 70.5°F

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Kathmandu, Nepal

Average high temperature in January: 19.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.1°C).

Average low temperature in January: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (20.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.4°C).

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Average humidity in January
Kathmandu, Nepal

Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (53%).

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Average rainfall in January
Kathmandu, Nepal

Average rainfall in January: 14.4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (363.4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (8.3mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Kathmandu, Nepal

Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (1 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kathmandu, Nepal

Average daylight in January: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and September (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average UV index in January
Kathmandu, Nepal

Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

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January weather forecast
Kathmandu, Nepal

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