January weather forecast
Darjeeling, India

January

Weather in January

The weather in Darjeeling commences the new year with its soothing winter chill, keeping the region refreshingly cool. Notably, this month observes the minimum average temperature drop to 6.3°C (43.3°F) along with the occurrence of mild snowfall recorded as 3mm (0.12"), mostly resulting in frost rather than a heavy snow blanket. Throughout the month, residents experience clear atmospheric conditions paired with adequate sunlight that keeps the day beautifully lit. As January transitions to February, a slight increase in warmth becomes noticeable, setting the stage for the spring season to follow. Overall, January is the ideal time for those seeking crisp winter weather in Darjeeling.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

Humidity

In Darjeeling, the average relative humidity in January is 55%.

Rainfall

January and November are months with the least rain in Darjeeling when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of rain.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall in Darjeeling. In Darjeeling, in January, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 3mm (0.12") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.5 snowfall days, and 16mm (0.63") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Darjeeling, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Darjeeling, India, are January and February, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Darjeeling, India. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in January translates into these instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Darjeeling?
Darjeeling's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 15.4°C (59.7°F) and lows of 6.3°C (43.3°F).
What are the temperatures in Darjeeling in January?
In January, in Darjeeling, the average high-temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.3°C (43.3°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Darjeeling?
The average relative humidity in January in Darjeeling is 55%.
What is the driest month in Darjeeling?
January and November are months with the least rain in Darjeeling when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of rain.
How many days does it rain in January in Darjeeling?
In Darjeeling, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Darjeeling in January?
In Darjeeling, India, in January, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 3mm (0.12") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in January in Darjeeling?
In January, the average day length in Darjeeling is 10h and 40min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Darjeeling?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:17 pm IST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Darjeeling?
The months with the least sunshine in Darjeeling, India, are January and February, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Darjeeling have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January in Darjeeling, India, is 7.1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Darjeeling?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Darjeeling.
How high is the UV index in January in Darjeeling?
In Darjeeling, India, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Darjeeling, India
Average temperature in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average high temperature in January: 15.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°C).

Average pressure in January - Darjeeling, India
Average pressure in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Darjeeling, India
Average wind speed in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in January - Darjeeling, India
Average humidity in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average humidity in January: 55%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (43%).

Average rainfall in January - Darjeeling, India
Average rainfall in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average rainfall in January: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (525mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (16mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Darjeeling, India
Average rainfall days in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January - Darjeeling, India
Average snowfall in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average snowfall in January: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Darjeeling, India
Average snowfall days in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Darjeeling, India
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January - Darjeeling, India
Average sunshine days in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0 days).

Average UV index in January - Darjeeling, India
Average UV index in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January - Darjeeling, India
Average cloud cover in January
Darjeeling, India
  • Average cloud cover in January: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 15).

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

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