Monthly climate guide
Lahore weather in January
With highs near 20°C (69°F) and lows around 6°C (43°F), January feels mild in Lahore. Rainfall averages about 26 mm (fairly dry) and the sky 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
- It warms up quickly from here: by February highs are about 4°C higher.
- Seasonally, January counts as mid-winter in Lahore.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Badshahi Mosque and Lahore Fort.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 14°C, so pack a layer.
January is typically Lahore's coolest month.
Avg high
20°C
69°F
Avg low
6°C
43°F
Rainfall
26 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
46%
relative
Sky
44%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Lahore weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C / 69°F | 6°C / 43°F | 26 mm | 46% | 44% |
| February | 24°C / 75°F | 9°C / 48°F | 30 mm | 48% | 44% |
| March | 30°C / 85°F | 14°C / 57°F | 39 mm | 45% | 44% |
| April | 36°C / 97°F | 20°C / 68°F | 27 mm | 37% | 52% |
| May | 42°C / 107°F | 26°C / 79°F | 17 mm | 25% | 51% |
| June | 43°C / 109°F | 30°C / 86°F | 71 mm | 32% | 52% |
| July | 40°C / 103°F | 29°C / 85°F | 160 mm | 51% | 62% |
| August | 37°C / 99°F | 27°C / 81°F | 149 mm | 60% | 58% |
| September | 36°C / 97°F | 24°C / 76°F | 95 mm | 57% | 30% |
| October | 33°C / 92°F | 19°C / 67°F | 8 mm | 43% | 19% |
| November | 28°C / 82°F | 13°C / 56°F | 12 mm | 40% | 33% |
| December | 23°C / 73°F | 8°C / 47°F | 9 mm | 39% | 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 Lahore?
Our Lahore guide recommends: October to March — mild, comfortable weather that suits walking through the old city and gardens.
Food Street in the old city, facing the Badshahi Mosque, is the easiest way to sample Lahori food in one evening — go hungry and share dishes.
Best time to visit Lahore →Other Pakistan cities in January
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Lahore in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Lahore?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Lahore, with highs around 20°C and about 26 mm of rain.
How warm is Lahore in January?
Average highs are about 20°C (69°F) and average lows about 6°C (43°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Lahore in January?
Lahore typically gets around 26 mm of rain in January — fairly dry.
When is the best time to visit Lahore?
October to March — mild, comfortable weather that suits walking through the old city and gardens.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Lahore (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.