January weather forecastLukla, Nepal
January
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
Lukla's January weather reaches an average high of -3.9°C (25°F) and an average low of -14.7°C (5.5°F), making it the coldest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 47%.Rainfall
In January, 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 Lukla, in January, during 7.4 snowfall days, 145mm (5.71") of snow is typically accumulated. In Lukla, during the entire year, snow falls for 164.6 days and aggregates up to 3156mm (124.25") of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day 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, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:37 pm +0545.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lukla, Nepal
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 36min
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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
