For those searching for an ideal January holiday with excellent weather, Goa is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +86°F. Expect about 23 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 1 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 flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the driest month of the year in Goa
Average weather
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+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+63°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Goa has great weather in January.
Average temperature in Goa in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Goa for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +88°F during the day to a minimum of +64°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +82°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 8% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +86°F.
Is Goa warm or cold in January?
Goa is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +86°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +72°F to +72°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how January is compared to other months in Goa:
Climate in Goa in January
Goa weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+86°F
+86°F
+86°F
Min. temperature
+66°F
+63°F
+64°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+97°F
+97°F
Rainfall
7 mm
1 mm
1 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
69%
69%
71%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1011 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
18
23
24
Cloudy days
12
8
4
Rainy days
1
0
0
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as great as in December.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +86°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 7 mm to 1 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 69%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in January, from 18 to 23.
February brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Goa in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Goa 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 Goa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 1 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Goa is amazing in January with as little as 1 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:
Goa wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 97% chance of precipitation and 769 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Goa?
This is the weather in Goa in January 2023:
1 January
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+88°F
2 January
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+88°F
3 January
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+87°F
4 January
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+87°F
5 January
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+86°F
6 January
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+84°F
7 January
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+82°F
8 January
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+82°F
9 January
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+81°F
10 January
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+81°F
11 January
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+79°F
12 January
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+78°F
13 January
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+78°F
14 January
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+79°F
15 January
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+81°F
16 January
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+83°F
17 January
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+86°F
18 January
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+88°F
19 January
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+86°F
20 January
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+84°F
21 January
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+84°F
22 January
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+81°F
23 January
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+79°F
24 January
🌫️
+78°F
25 January
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+77°F
26 January
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+80°F
27 January
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+82°F
28 January
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+87°F
29 January
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+88°F
30 January
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+87°F
31 January
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+86°F
In January 2023 Goa had 27 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Goa climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Goa in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+86°F) and the highest in 2006 (+92°F). The driest year was 1979 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 0 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Goa in January:
Is January a good time to visit Goa?
Yes, January is a great time to go to Goa, 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 Goa.
Can you sunbathe in Goa in January?
January is warm in Goa. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Goa rainy in January?
Goa is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Goa in January?
Yes, Goa 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 Goa, 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.