Monthly climate guide
Islamabad weather in January
With highs near 18°C (64°F) and lows around 6°C (42°F), January feels mild in Islamabad. Rainfall averages about 45 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Good walking weather for combining Lok Virsa Museum and Faisal Mosque in one day.
- Islamabad is usually about 13°C warmer than Muzaffarabad, 90 km away, in January.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 56% less rain than Islamabad's average.
- January brings mid-winter to Islamabad.
January is typically Islamabad's coolest month.
Avg high
18°C
64°F
Avg low
6°C
42°F
Rainfall
45 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
49%
relative
Sky
48%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Islamabad weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C / 64°F | 6°C / 42°F | 45 mm | 49% | 48% |
| February | 20°C / 68°F | 8°C / 46°F | 116 mm | 55% | 54% |
| March | 24°C / 76°F | 12°C / 53°F | 123 mm | 57% | 57% |
| April | 30°C / 87°F | 17°C / 62°F | 75 mm | 51% | 55% |
| May | 37°C / 98°F | 22°C / 72°F | 94 mm | 37% | 50% |
| June | 40°C / 104°F | 26°C / 79°F | 155 mm | 35% | 49% |
| July | 36°C / 97°F | 26°C / 80°F | 234 mm | 60% | 65% |
| August | 34°C / 92°F | 25°C / 77°F | 204 mm | 70% | 61% |
| September | 32°C / 90°F | 22°C / 72°F | 100 mm | 64% | 39% |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 17°C / 63°F | 27 mm | 49% | 27% |
| November | 25°C / 76°F | 12°C / 53°F | 25 mm | 46% | 45% |
| December | 21°C / 69°F | 8°C / 46°F | 28 mm | 41% | 41% |
What to pack for January
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Islamabad?
Our Islamabad guide recommends: March to April or September to November — spring and autumn bring mild temperatures and clearer views of the hills.
The Margalla Hills trails (Trail 3 and Trail 5 are the most popular) are best started early in the morning before the heat and crowds build up.
Best time to visit Islamabad →Other Pakistan cities in January
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Islamabad in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Islamabad?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Islamabad, with highs around 18°C and about 45 mm of rain.
How warm is Islamabad in January?
Average highs are about 18°C (64°F) and average lows about 6°C (42°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Islamabad in January?
Islamabad typically gets around 45 mm of rain in January — fairly dry.
When is the best time to visit Islamabad?
March to April or September to November — spring and autumn bring mild temperatures and clearer views of the hills.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Islamabad (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.