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Karachi in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Karachi in January will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Karachi, based on historical data.
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January

Weather in Karachi in January 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
January is an ideal time to visit Karachi if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +75°F and about 23 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 3 mm of precipitation over an average of 1 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be 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

☀️
+75°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+86°F
Max.
3 mm
Total precipitation
51%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
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

Going from a maximum of +79°F during the day to a minimum of +46°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +73°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +79°F to +77°F.

Is Karachi warm or cold in January?

Karachi is typically warm in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +79°F to +75°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +59°F to +57°F.

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
+79°F+75°F+81°F
Min. temperature
+46°F+46°F+46°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+86°F+93°F
Rainfall
4 mm3 mm5 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
50%51%53%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1016 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
242321
Cloudy days
666
Rainy days
112
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as great as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +79°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +75°F. 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%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 24 sunny days in December to 23 in January.

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 6 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 4 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last January in Karachi?

This is the weather in Karachi in January 2023:
1 January
🌫️
+80°F
2 January
🌫️
+78°F
3 January
🌫️
+76°F
4 January
🌫️
+74°F
5 January
🌫️
+72°F
6 January
☀️
+74°F
7 January
🌫️
+76°F
8 January
🌫️
+77°F
9 January
🌫️
+76°F
10 January
🌫️
+77°F
11 January
🌫️
+78°F
12 January
🌫️
+73°F
13 January
🌫️
+72°F
14 January
🌫️
+70°F
15 January
🌫️
+69°F
16 January
🌫️
+72°F
17 January
🌫️
+74°F
18 January
🌫️
+76°F
19 January
🌫️
+75°F
20 January
🌫️
+72°F
21 January
☀️
+72°F
22 January
☀️
+71°F
23 January
☀️
+71°F
24 January
🌫️
+69°F
25 January
☀️
+70°F
26 January
☀️
+71°F
27 January
☁️
+71°F
28 January
🌫️
+74°F
29 January
☀️
+75°F
30 January
🌫️
+76°F
31 January
☀️
+76°F
In January 2023 Karachi had 8 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +79°F and a minimum of +70°F. The average humidity was 35%, with a maximum of 88% and a minimum of 6%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Karachi climate has changed over the last 43 years.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+86°F) and the highest in 2018 (+88°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 2 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 419 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, 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.