Monthly climate guide
Muzaffarabad weather in January
With highs near 5°C (40°F) and lows around -5°C (23°F), January feels cold in Muzaffarabad. Rainfall averages about 62 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Muzaffarabad is usually about 13°C cooler than Islamabad, 90 km away, in January.
- Seasonally, January counts as mid-winter in Muzaffarabad.
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -5°C, and frost is common.
January is typically Muzaffarabad's coolest month.
Avg high
5°C
40°F
Avg low
-5°C
23°F
Rainfall
62 mm
some rain
Humidity
61%
relative
Sky
69%
cloud · often cloudy
Muzaffarabad weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / 40°F | -5°C / 23°F | 62 mm | 61% | 69% |
| February | 6°C / 43°F | -4°C / 25°F | 92 mm | 68% | 72% |
| March | 11°C / 51°F | 0°C / 32°F | 130 mm | 68% | 74% |
| April | 16°C / 62°F | 5°C / 41°F | 109 mm | 63% | 70% |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 9°C / 49°F | 64 mm | 52% | 67% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 13°C / 55°F | 77 mm | 50% | 63% |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 143 mm | 69% | 72% |
| August | 25°C / 76°F | 14°C / 57°F | 152 mm | 75% | 68% |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 11°C / 51°F | 69 mm | 66% | 54% |
| October | 19°C / 66°F | 6°C / 42°F | 40 mm | 52% | 53% |
| November | 13°C / 55°F | 1°C / 33°F | 41 mm | 51% | 64% |
| December | 8°C / 47°F | -3°C / 27°F | 32 mm | 50% | 61% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Muzaffarabad?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Muzaffarabad →Other Pakistan cities in January
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Muzaffarabad in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Muzaffarabad?
January is cool in Muzaffarabad, with highs around 5°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Muzaffarabad in January?
Average highs are about 5°C (40°F) and average lows about -5°C (23°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Muzaffarabad in January?
Muzaffarabad typically gets around 62 mm of rain in January — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Muzaffarabad (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.