Monthly climate guide
Gorakhpur weather in January
With highs near 21°C (70°F) and lows around 6°C (43°F), January feels warm in Gorakhpur. Rainfall averages about 17 mm (very dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and 4°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- January brings mid-winter to Gorakhpur.
- Just 230 km apart, but Gorakhpur runs about 4°C warmer than Shimla this month.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 15°C.
- Rain is well below Gorakhpur's usual level (around 60% less).
January is typically Gorakhpur's coolest month.
Avg high
21°C
70°F
Avg low
6°C
43°F
Rainfall
17 mm
very dry
Humidity
44%
relative
Sky
40%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Gorakhpur weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C / 70°F | 6°C / 43°F | 17 mm | 44% | 40% |
| February | 25°C / 78°F | 9°C / 49°F | 14 mm | 42% | 41% |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 15°C / 58°F | 27 mm | 37% | 35% |
| April | 38°C / 100°F | 21°C / 70°F | 18 mm | 30% | 40% |
| May | 42°C / 108°F | 27°C / 80°F | 28 mm | 24% | 43% |
| June | 42°C / 108°F | 30°C / 85°F | 72 mm | 36% | 56% |
| July | 38°C / 101°F | 28°C / 83°F | 128 mm | 57% | 65% |
| August | 37°C / 98°F | 27°C / 80°F | 110 mm | 64% | 64% |
| September | 36°C / 97°F | 24°C / 75°F | 80 mm | 59% | 33% |
| October | 34°C / 94°F | 20°C / 67°F | 5 mm | 40% | 16% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 14°C / 57°F | 6 mm | 36% | 24% |
| December | 24°C / 74°F | 8°C / 47°F | 6 mm | 36% | 28% |
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 Gorakhpur?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Gorakhpur →Other India cities in January
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Gorakhpur in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Gorakhpur?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Gorakhpur, with highs around 21°C and about 17 mm of rain.
How warm is Gorakhpur in January?
Average highs are about 21°C (70°F) and average lows about 6°C (43°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Gorakhpur in January?
Gorakhpur typically gets around 17 mm of rain in January — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Gorakhpur (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.