January weather forecast
Shimla, India

January

Weather in January

The first month of the year in Shimla, India is marked by cool temperatures, with an average high and low ranging from 13.8°C (56.8°F) to 2.6°C (36.7°F). The weather characteristics of January can be described as decidedly brisk, particularly when compared to the more temperate conditions observed in subsequent months. Weather patterns during January lean towards the colder side when considering Shimla's annual climate, making it a month suited for those who enjoy the wintertime. When considering annual patterns, January is a significant month due to its relatively high snowfall, reaching 184mm (7.24") over 3.2 days. This weather pattern transitions as we move into February, becoming subtly milder.

Temperature

Shimla witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 13.8°C (56.8°F) and a low of 2.6°C (36.7°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 46%.

Rainfall

In Shimla, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shimla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 1242mm (48.9") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 184mm (7.24") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 23min.
On the first day of January in Shimla, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:55 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Shimla?
With its average high temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F) and a low of 2.6°C (36.7°F), January is regarded as the coldest month in Shimla.
What is the temperature in January in Shimla?
The high-temperature, in January, in Shimla, records 13.8°C (56.8°F), while the low-temperature is 2.6°C (36.7°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Shimla?
In January, the average relative humidity is 46%.
How many days does it rain in January in Shimla?
In Shimla, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it snow the most in Shimla?
January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 184mm (7.24") of snow.
How much does it snow in Shimla in January?
In January, in Shimla, India, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout January, 184mm (7.24") of snow is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Shimla have in January?
In January, the average day length in Shimla is 10h and 23min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Shimla?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shimla, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:55 pm IST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Shimla?
January has the least sunshine of the year in Shimla, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in January in Shimla?
In Shimla, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.8h.
When is the lowest UV index in Shimla?
The months with the lowest UV index in Shimla are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
How high is the UV index in January in Shimla?
In Shimla, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Shimla, India
  • Average high temperature in January: 13.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Shimla, India
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1003.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Shimla, India
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Shimla, India
  • Average humidity in January: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (35%).

Average rainfall in January
Shimla, India
  • Average rainfall in January: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (333mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (14mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Shimla, India
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shimla, India
  • Average snowfall in January: 184mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (184mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Shimla, India
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shimla, India
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shimla, India
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Shimla, India
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Shimla, India
  • Average cloud cover in January: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in January
Shimla, India
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (8km).

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