January weather forecast
Karachi, Pakistan

January in Karachi, Pakistan, experiences a comfortable winter with dry conditions prevailing throughout the month. Noticeably low ultraviolet (UV) index and daylight hours highlight the absence of intense sunshine. It is a period when the city, known for its heat, enjoys a mellow phase of the year. From the chilly overnight lows to the fairly warm afternoon highs, the reduced intensity of warmth is obvious. The city’s sea temperature dips to 24°C (75.2°F), its second-lowest mark for the year.

Temperature

The coldest time of the year in Karachi is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 25.8°C (78.4°F) and a low of 10.4°C (50.7°F).

Rainfall

In Karachi, Pakistan, in January, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. During the entire year, Karachi aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Karachi, the average seawater temperature in January is 24°C (75.2°F).
Note: While a person's sensitivity to cold is personal, factors like sunshine, wind, and the temperature can influence their comfort in 24°C (75.2°F) waters. Olympians, for perspective, swim in waters between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Karachi is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:15 pm PKT.

Sunshine

In Karachi, the average sunshine in January is 8.7h.

UV index

In Karachi, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Heads up! UV intensity is amplified by reflections from water and sand.