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Karachi in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Karachi in January and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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January

Weather in Karachi in January 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
For those searching for an ideal January holiday with excellent weather, Karachi is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +24°C. Expect about 24 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 3 mm of precipitation over 0 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Karachi;

Average weather

☀️
+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+8°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
3 mm
Total precipitation
51%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
24 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Karachi has great weather in January.

Average temperature in Karachi in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Karachi for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in January is +23°C with a maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +11°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +23°C to +27°C.

Is Karachi warm or cold in January?

Karachi is typically warm in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +26°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +15°C to +14°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

January is the coldest month in Karachi, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Karachi in January

Karachi weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+26°C+24°C+27°C
Min. temperature
+8°C+8°C+8°C
Max. temperature
+31°C+30°C+34°C
Rainfall
4 mm3 mm5 mm
Wind
1 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
50%51%52%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1015 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
242422
Cloudy days
775
Rainy days
001
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as great as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +26°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +24°C. As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 4 mm to 3 mm. Humidity rises from 50% to 51%. Winds are stronger in comparison to December, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 24 sunny days during the month.

February brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Karachi in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Karachi is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Karachi based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 13 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain. Karachi is amazing in January with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Karachi wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 10% chance of precipitation and 52 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Karachi?

This is the weather in Karachi in January 2023:
1 January
🌫️
+23°C
2 January
🌫️
+24°C
3 January
🌫️
+24°C
4 January
🌫️
+22°C
5 January
🌫️
+21°C
6 January
🌫️
+20°C
7 January
☁️
+19°C
8 January
🌫️
+20°C
9 January
🌫️
+20°C
10 January
🌫️
+20°C
11 January
☀️
+21°C
12 January
🌫️
+21°C
13 January
🌫️
+22°C
14 January
☀️
+22°C
15 January
🌫️
+23°C
16 January
☁️
+23°C
17 January
☀️
+25°C
18 January
🌫️
+25°C
19 January
🌫️
+24°C
20 January
☀️
+26°C
21 January
🌫️
+26°C
22 January
🌫️
+20°C
23 January
🌫️
+20°C
24 January
☀️
+22°C
25 January
🌫️
+22°C
26 January
☀️
+23°C
27 January
🌫️
+23°C
28 January
🌫️
+24°C
29 January
🌫️
+25°C
30 January
☁️
+25°C
31 January
☀️
+27°C
In January 2023 Karachi had 7 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +23°C, with an absolute maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +19°C. The average humidity was 54%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 10%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Karachi climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Karachi in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2020 (+24°C) and the highest in 2018 (+28°C). The driest year was 2007 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Karachi in January:

Is January a good time to visit Karachi?

Yes, January is a great time to go to Karachi, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Karachi.

Can you sunbathe in Karachi in January?

January is warm in Karachi. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Karachi rainy in January?

Karachi is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Karachi in January?

Yes, Karachi is sunny in January. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Pakistan

Check out the weather for other cities in Pakistan.

Monthly weather in Karachi

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Karachi, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.