Monthly climate guide
Mumbai weather in January
With highs near 32°C (89°F) and lows around 16°C (61°F), January feels hot in Mumbai. Rainfall averages about 0 mm (very dry) and the sky is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as December and 3°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Rain is well below Mumbai's usual level (around 100% less).
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Mumbai.
- Just 120 km apart, but Mumbai runs about 3°C warmer than Pune this month.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 16°C apart.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
32°C
89°F
Avg low
16°C
61°F
Rainfall
0 mm
very dry
Humidity
53%
relative
Sky
27%
cloud · mostly sunny
Mumbai weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C / 89°F | 16°C / 61°F | 0 mm | 53% | 27% |
| February | 35°C / 94°F | 19°C / 66°F | 4 mm | 45% | 23% |
| March | 38°C / 100°F | 22°C / 71°F | 7 mm | 45% | 23% |
| April | 39°C / 103°F | 24°C / 75°F | 2 mm | 53% | 26% |
| May | 38°C / 101°F | 26°C / 79°F | 9 mm | 60% | 32% |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 26°C / 80°F | 496 mm | 79% | 79% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 77°F | 897 mm | 90% | 93% |
| August | 28°C / 83°F | 25°C / 76°F | 568 mm | 90% | 89% |
| September | 29°C / 85°F | 24°C / 75°F | 414 mm | 88% | 72% |
| October | 31°C / 89°F | 23°C / 73°F | 120 mm | 78% | 47% |
| November | 31°C / 89°F | 19°C / 67°F | 12 mm | 68% | 28% |
| December | 31°C / 88°F | 17°C / 63°F | 8 mm | 60% | 32% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is January a good time to visit Mumbai?
Our Mumbai guide recommends: November to February, the cool, dry season — the June–September monsoon brings heavy rainfall.
Traffic can make short distances slow — build extra time into any itinerary that crosses the city, especially during rush hour.
Best time to visit Mumbai →Other India cities in January
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Mumbai in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Mumbai?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Mumbai, with highs around 32°C and about 0 mm of rain.
How warm is Mumbai in January?
Average highs are about 32°C (89°F) and average lows about 16°C (61°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Mumbai in January?
Mumbai typically gets around 0 mm of rain in January — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Mumbai?
November to February, the cool, dry season — the June–September monsoon brings heavy rainfall.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Mumbai (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.