Monthly climate guide
Amritsar weather in January
January in Amritsar is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 20°C (68°F) and night-time lows near 6°C (43°F). The month usually brings about 31 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and 3°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 14°C.
- Just 230 km apart, but Amritsar runs about 3°C warmer than Shimla this month.
- It warms up quickly from here: by February highs are about 4°C higher.
- Seasonally, January counts as mid-winter in Amritsar.
January is typically Amritsar's coolest month.
Avg high
20°C
68°F
Avg low
6°C
43°F
Rainfall
31 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
49%
relative
Sky
44%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Amritsar weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C / 68°F | 6°C / 43°F | 31 mm | 49% | 44% |
| February | 24°C / 74°F | 9°C / 48°F | 35 mm | 50% | 44% |
| March | 29°C / 85°F | 14°C / 57°F | 41 mm | 46% | 44% |
| April | 36°C / 97°F | 20°C / 69°F | 29 mm | 37% | 52% |
| May | 42°C / 107°F | 26°C / 79°F | 21 mm | 26% | 51% |
| June | 43°C / 109°F | 30°C / 85°F | 80 mm | 32% | 52% |
| July | 39°C / 102°F | 29°C / 84°F | 193 mm | 54% | 62% |
| August | 36°C / 97°F | 27°C / 80°F | 186 mm | 65% | 58% |
| September | 35°C / 95°F | 24°C / 75°F | 116 mm | 62% | 30% |
| October | 33°C / 91°F | 19°C / 66°F | 9 mm | 47% | 19% |
| November | 27°C / 81°F | 13°C / 56°F | 10 mm | 43% | 33% |
| December | 22°C / 72°F | 8°C / 47°F | 11 mm | 42% | 35% |
What to pack for January
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is January a good time to visit Amritsar?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Amritsar →Other India cities in January
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Amritsar in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Amritsar?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Amritsar, with highs around 20°C and about 31 mm of rain.
How warm is Amritsar in January?
Average highs are about 20°C (68°F) and average lows about 6°C (43°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Amritsar in January?
Amritsar typically gets around 31 mm of rain in January — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Amritsar (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.