January is an ideal time to visit Mumbai if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +82°F and about 27 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 0 mm of precipitation over an average of 0 rainy days. So, prepare 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 Mumbai;
Average weather
☀️
+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+59°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
0 mm
Total precipitation
61%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
27 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mumbai has great weather in January.
Average temperature in Mumbai in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Mumbai for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +91°F during the day to a minimum of +63°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +84°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 19% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +90°F.
Is Mumbai warm or cold in January?
Mumbai is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +86°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +70°F to +68°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
January is the coldest month in Mumbai, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Mumbai in January
Water in Mumbai in January is Warm. It varies from +75°F to +80°F, with an average of +77°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +82°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Mumbai are reached in June, when the average sea temperature rises to +86°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +77°F.
Can you swim in Mumbai in January?
You can absolutely swim in Mumbai in January, the water is warm (+77°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Mumbai in January
Mumbai weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+86°F
+82°F
+84°F
Min. temperature
+61°F
+59°F
+57°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+97°F
+100°F
Rainfall
5 mm
0 mm
0 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+81°F
+77°F
+77°F
Humidity
60%
61%
59%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
25
27
26
Cloudy days
5
3
2
Rainy days
1
0
0
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as great as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +86°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +82°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 5 mm to 0 mm.Humidity rises from 60% to 61%.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 25 to 27.
February brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Mumbai 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 Mumbai is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
How was the weather last January in Mumbai?
This is the weather in Mumbai in January 2023:
1 January
🌫️
+84°F
2 January
🌫️
+89°F
3 January
🌫️
+86°F
4 January
🌫️
+86°F
5 January
🌫️
+88°F
6 January
🌫️
+91°F
7 January
🌫️
+90°F
8 January
🌫️
+90°F
9 January
🌫️
+88°F
10 January
🌫️
+91°F
11 January
🌫️
+86°F
12 January
🌫️
+84°F
13 January
🌫️
+81°F
14 January
🌫️
+79°F
15 January
🌫️
+79°F
16 January
🌫️
+81°F
17 January
🌫️
+83°F
18 January
🌫️
+86°F
19 January
🌫️
+84°F
20 January
🌫️
+84°F
21 January
🌫️
+82°F
22 January
🌫️
+81°F
23 January
🌫️
+81°F
24 January
🌫️
+79°F
25 January
🌫️
+79°F
26 January
🌫️
+84°F
27 January
🌫️
+91°F
28 January
🌫️
+91°F
29 January
🌫️
+82°F
30 January
🌫️
+85°F
31 January
🌫️
+90°F
In January 2023 Mumbai had 0 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 56%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 14%. The average wind speed was 2 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 Mumbai climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Mumbai in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+84°F) and the highest in 2018 (+90°F). The driest year was 2012 with only 652 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 2618 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mumbai in January:
Is January a good time to visit Mumbai?
Yes, January is a great time to go to Mumbai, 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 Mumbai.
Can you sunbathe in Mumbai in January?
January is warm in Mumbai. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Mumbai in January?
Yes, you can swim in Mumbai in January, the water temperature averaging at +77°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Mumbai rainy in January?
Mumbai is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Mumbai in January?
Yes, Mumbai 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 Mumbai, 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.