January weather forecast
Lukla, Nepal

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The valley village of Lukla, Nepal, overlooking the beautiful Himalayas, viewed from Khumbu Valley
The valley village of Lukla, Nepal, overlooking the beautiful Himalayas, viewed from Khumbu Valley

Weather in January

January in Lukla, Nepal sets the benchmark for the year with its well-defined winter characteristics. Regular snowfall and cold temperatures create a frosty snowscape, ensuring the town is blanketed in white. Comparatively, this period stands out with the lowest recorded monthly average temperature, plummeting to -14.7°C (5.5°F) at night and barely reaching -3.9°C (25°F) during daylight hours. As February approaches, the conditions improve slightly but the winter weather remains dominant. Apart from experiencing the raw chill, the low cloud cover percentage also contributes to the overcast and gloomy environment that punctuates this month.

Temperature

Temperature readings in Lukla reach their annual highs in January, averaging -3.9°C (25°F) and a minimum average of -14.7°C (5.5°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Lukla is 47%.

Rainfall

In January, in Lukla, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout January, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lukla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.5 days and collects up to 1206mm (47.48") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Lukla, Nepal, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 145mm (5.71") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.6 snowfall days, and 3156mm (124.25") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lukla, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of January, in Lukla, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:37 pm +0545.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Lukla, Nepal, is 7.3h.

UV index

January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Lukla?

With its average high temperature of -3.9°C (25°F) and a low of -14.7°C (5.5°F), January is regarded as the coldest month in Lukla, Nepal.

How cold is it in Lukla in January?

In Lukla, in January, the average high-temperature is -3.9°C (25°F), and the average low-temperature is -14.7°C (5.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Lukla?

In January, the average relative humidity in Lukla, Nepal, is 47%.

How many days does it rain in January in Lukla?

In Lukla, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Lukla?

In January, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 145mm (5.71") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Lukla?

The average day length in January is 10h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Lukla?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lukla, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:37 pm +0545.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lukla?

In Lukla, Nepal, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Lukla?

January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index in Lukla, Nepal.

What is the UV index reading in January in Lukla?

In Lukla, Nepal, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average temperature in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average high temperature in January: -3.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -14.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.7°C).

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Average pressure in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average pressure in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average pressure in January: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average wind speed in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average humidity in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average humidity in January: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (41%).

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Average rainfall in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average rainfall in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average rainfall in January: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (8mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average rainfall days in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (31 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average snowfall in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average snowfall in January: 145mm

The month with the highest snowfall is May (614mm).
The month with the least snowfall is November (51mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average snowfall days in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is December (3.7 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lukla, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average sunshine days in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0 days).

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Average UV index in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average UV index in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average cloud cover in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average cloud cover in January: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in January
Lukla, Nepal

Average visibility in January - Lukla, Nepal
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (7km).

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