January weather forecast
Ranchi, India

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Weather in January

January in Ranchi, India, is marked by temperate weather which lends itself to outdoor activities. This period sees comparatively temperate weather conditions with climatic features that lean more towards the mild side. This doesn't, however, mean the absence of harsh weather conditions, particularly on very cold nights or during a brief but heavy downpour. The city experiences conditions with pressure at 1016.1mb while temperatures hover between 11.4°C (52.5°F) to a comfortable 23.8°C (74.8°F). A closer examination of January's weather reveals mild sunshine, relatively low humidity, and occasional windsurfing opportunities due to a favourable wind speed.

Temperature

Welcoming January, Ranchi notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.8°C (74.8°F), nearly consistent with December's 23.5°C (74.3°F). Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Ranchi records an average nighttime temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F) in January.

Humidity

In Ranchi, the average relative humidity in January is 49%.

Rainfall

In Ranchi, in January, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 836mm (32.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ranchi, India, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:34 pm IST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Ranchi.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Ranchi. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in January interprets into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in Ranchi?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ranchi, India, during January are 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 11.4°C (52.5°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Ranchi?

The average relative humidity in January in Ranchi, India, is 49%.

How much does it rain in Ranchi in January?

In Ranchi, India, during January, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Ranchi?

In January, the average day length in Ranchi is 10h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Ranchi?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:34 pm IST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ranchi?

The months with the least sunshine in Ranchi are January, February and December, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ranchi have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ranchi?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ranchi are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in January in Ranchi?

In Ranchi, India, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Ranchi, India

Average temperature in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (38.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Ranchi, India

Average pressure in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (999.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Ranchi, India

Average wind speed in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Ranchi, India

Average humidity in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average humidity in January: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (26%).

Average rainfall in January
Ranchi, India

Average rainfall in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average rainfall in January: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (223mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (6mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Ranchi, India

Average rainfall days in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.4 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ranchi, India

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ranchi, India

Average sunshine days in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average sunshine days in January: 26.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Ranchi, India

Average UV index in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Ranchi, India

Average cloud cover in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average cloud cover in January: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and December (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
Ranchi, India

Average visibility in January - Ranchi, India
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).

Ranchi, India

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