Monthly climate guide
Varanasi weather in January
Expect warm weather in Varanasi in January: afternoons reach about 24°C (75°F), while nights drop to around 9°C (48°F). Around 16 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and 5°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- In Varanasi, January is mid-winter.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 15°C, so pack a layer.
- It warms up quickly from here: by February highs are about 5°C higher.
- Rain is well below Varanasi's usual level (around 78% less).
January is typically Varanasi's coolest month.
Avg high
24°C
75°F
Avg low
9°C
48°F
Rainfall
16 mm
very dry
Humidity
51%
relative
Sky
35%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Varanasi weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 75°F | 9°C / 48°F | 16 mm | 51% | 35% |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 12°C / 54°F | 13 mm | 43% | 28% |
| March | 35°C / 95°F | 18°C / 64°F | 12 mm | 32% | 26% |
| April | 41°C / 105°F | 24°C / 76°F | 17 mm | 25% | 27% |
| May | 44°C / 111°F | 29°C / 84°F | 17 mm | 25% | 34% |
| June | 41°C / 106°F | 31°C / 87°F | 113 mm | 42% | 64% |
| July | 34°C / 94°F | 27°C / 81°F | 279 mm | 77% | 82% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 26°C / 79°F | 210 mm | 83% | 78% |
| September | 32°C / 90°F | 25°C / 77°F | 172 mm | 82% | 61% |
| October | 32°C / 89°F | 21°C / 69°F | 33 mm | 70% | 24% |
| November | 29°C / 83°F | 15°C / 58°F | 1 mm | 60% | 15% |
| December | 25°C / 76°F | 10°C / 50°F | 7 mm | 53% | 30% |
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
- Sunglasses
Is January a good time to visit Varanasi?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Varanasi →Other India cities in January
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Varanasi in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Varanasi?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Varanasi, with highs around 24°C and about 16 mm of rain.
How warm is Varanasi in January?
Average highs are about 24°C (75°F) and average lows about 9°C (48°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Varanasi in January?
Varanasi typically gets around 16 mm of rain in January — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Varanasi (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.