Nepal in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Nepal in january 2026
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of january for most popular cities in Nepal. These predictions are probabilities for january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in january in Kathmandu
good weather
Weather at 6am
52°F
Clear/Sunny
75% of time
18%
5%
2%
Weather at 12pm
65°F
Clear/Sunny
75% of time
15%
7%
4%
Weather at 6pm
49°F
Clear/Sunny
73% of time
16%
8%
2%
Weather at 3am
41°F
79%
15%
5%
3%
Where to go in Nepal in january?
Where to go in Nepal in january: destination map
Where to go in each region in january?
| Himalayas (Annapurna, Lukla, Simikot...) | 13°F to 61°F | 1 à 4 days | very bad weather* |
| Middle Hills of Nepal (Kathmandu, Pokhara, Dhankuta...) | 54°F to 65°F | 1 à 2 days | tolerable weather* |
| Tarai (South) (Biratnagar, Janakpur, Dhangadhi...) | 68°F to 77°F | 0 à 2 days | perfect weather* |
Where should you go in Nepal in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Nepal in january ranges from perfect to very bad depending on the region and city.
On the month of january the weather is just perfect in Nepal, however, only part of the territory is concerned, ie cities of Royal Chitwan National Park and Rudrapur. In these places, these perfect weather conditions will allow you to enjoy 100% your holidays: the sun is here, rainfall is scarce and the humidity is not too high. It is therefore the ideal month to travel to these cities!
Apart from of Royal Chitwan National Park and Rudrapur, the weather is still favorable in Patan and Kathmandu. In these cities, temperatures are pleasing and allow you enjoy the sun and sightseeing in good conditions.
If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the city of Nepalganj have a ok but correct weather for that in january. Finally, we advise you to avoid you get in Pokhara, Everest and Lukla that month because the climate is pretty bad.
Climate in Nepal in january
Climate in Kathmandu in january
In january, maximum temperature is 65°F and minimum temperature is 50°F (for an average temperature of 58°F). The climate is relatively fresh there in january, but it is liveable by dressing cosy. With 1in over 2 days,
it rains very little for your trip.
With good weather conditions, the month of january is an advisable month to go in this city in Nepal.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 58°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (6%) | ||
| Humidity | 66% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 11% | ||
| Length of day | 10:35 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Annapurna in january
In january, maximum temperature is 54°F and minimum temperature is 41°F (for an average temperature of 49°F). The climate is fairly fresh there in the month of january, but it is livable by dressing warm. With just 1.3in over 1 days, rainfall is infrequent during your trip.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 49°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (5%) | ||
| Humidity | 56% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 13% | ||
| Length of day | 10:31 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Pokhara in january
In january, the mean temperature in Pokhara is 49°F (maximum temperature is 54°F and minimum temperature is 41°F). The climate is relatively cold around this city in this month, but it is liveable by dressing cosy. With about 1.3in over 1 days, rainfall is infrequent during your trip.
With a bad weather, january is not the best time to go in this city.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 49°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (5%) | ||
| Humidity | 56% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 13% | ||
| Length of day | 10:33 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Biratnagar in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Biratnagar is 70°F (maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 65°F). The climate is enjoyable in this city in the month of january. It almost never rains during this month. You will not get wet for your stay!
With a perfect climate, january is an advisable month to go in this locality.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (1%) | ||
| Humidity | 55% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 9% | ||
| Length of day | 10:40 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Dhangadhi in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Dhangadhi is 59°F (maximum temperature is 68°F and minimum temperature is 50°F). The climate is pleasant in this city in this month. With barely 1.9in over 2 days,
it rains very little throughout your vacations.
With a good climate, january is an advisable month to go in Dhangadhi in Nepal.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 59°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 68°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (6%) | ||
| Humidity | 57% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 13% | ||
| Length of day | 10:31 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Nepal in january
| Kathmandu in january | good weather |
| Annapurna in january | very bad weather |
| Pokhara in january | very bad weather |
| Biratnagar in january | perfect weather |
| Dhangadhi in january | good weather |
| Dhankuta in january | good weather |
| Janakpur in january | perfect weather |
| Lukla in january | very bad weather |
| Simikot in january | very bad weather |
| Bandipur in january | very bad weather |
| Bardia National Park in january | good weather |
| Bhaktapur in january | tolerable weather |
| Bodnath in january | tolerable weather |
| Chitwan National Park in january | perfect weather |
| Everest in january | very bad weather |
| Langtang National Park in january | tolerable weather |
| Lumbini in january | perfect weather |
| Makalu Barun National Park in january | very bad weather |
| Nagarkot in january | tolerable weather |
| Nepalganj in january | perfect weather |
| Patan in january | good weather |
| Poon Hill in january | very bad weather |
Weather data for Nepal in january:
Weather data for Nepal in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Nepal. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Nepal can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Nepal.