If you're looking for a destination with great weather in January, look no more – Kolkata is a perfect choice. Expect average maximum temperatures of +25°C and plenty of sunshine, with around 23 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 8 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 rainy days. So, pack your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Kolkata;
Average weather
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+25°C
Avg. max. temperature
+8°C
Min.
+31°C
Max.
8 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kolkata has great weather in January.
Average temperature in Kolkata in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kolkata for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in January is +26°C with a maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +11°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 15% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +25°C to +28°C.
Is Kolkata warm or cold in January?
Kolkata is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +26°C to +25°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +15°C to +13°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
January is the coldest month in Kolkata, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Kolkata in January
Kolkata weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+26°C
+25°C
+29°C
Min. temperature
+9°C
+8°C
+10°C
Max. temperature
+31°C
+31°C
+36°C
Rainfall
12 mm
8 mm
22 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
73%
73%
71%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
23
23
19
Cloudy days
6
5
4
Rainy days
1
3
4
Snowy days
0
0
0
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 +25°C.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 12 mm to 8 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 73%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 1 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 23 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Kolkata in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Kolkata is gradually decreasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
How was the weather last January in Kolkata?
This is the weather in Kolkata in January 2023:
1 January
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+25°C
2 January
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+25°C
3 January
🌫️
+22°C
4 January
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+21°C
5 January
🌫️
+22°C
6 January
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+22°C
7 January
🌫️
+22°C
8 January
🌫️
+23°C
9 January
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+27°C
10 January
🌫️
+27°C
11 January
🌫️
+25°C
12 January
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+26°C
13 January
🌫️
+28°C
14 January
🌫️
+27°C
15 January
🌫️
+27°C
16 January
🌫️
+24°C
17 January
🌫️
+24°C
18 January
🌫️
+24°C
19 January
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+24°C
20 January
🌫️
+25°C
21 January
🌫️
+27°C
22 January
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+28°C
23 January
🌫️
+29°C
24 January
🌫️
+29°C
25 January
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+29°C
26 January
🌫️
+31°C
27 January
🌫️
+29°C
28 January
🌫️
+28°C
29 January
🌫️
+27°C
30 January
🌫️
+29°C
31 January
🌫️
+28°C
In January 2023 Kolkata had 3 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +26°C, with an absolute maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Kolkata climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Kolkata in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+30°C) and the highest in 2009 (+32°C). The driest year was 2012 with only 487 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1990 with 1926 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kolkata in January:
Is January a good time to visit Kolkata?
Yes, January is a great time to go to Kolkata, 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 Kolkata.
Can you sunbathe in Kolkata in January?
January is warm in Kolkata. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Kolkata rainy in January?
Kolkata is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Kolkata in January?
Yes, Kolkata 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.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kolkata, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
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.