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Sharjah in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Sharjah in January and see if it is worth visiting.
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January

Weather in Sharjah in January 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
January is an ideal time to visit Sharjah if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +73°F and about 22 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 13 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 Sharjah;

Average weather

☀️
+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+41°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
13 mm
Total precipitation
63%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
22 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Sharjah has great weather in January.

Average temperature in Sharjah in January

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

The expected average maximum temperature in January is +75°F with a maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +57°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +75°F.

Is Sharjah warm or cold in January?

Sharjah is typically warm in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +77°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +64°F to +61°F.

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

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

Climate in Sharjah in January

Sharjah weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+77°F+73°F+75°F
Min. temperature
+37°F+41°F+45°F
Max. temperature
+91°F+88°F+97°F
Rainfall
12 mm13 mm16 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
63%63%62%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1016 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
242222
Cloudy days
685
Rainy days
111
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as great as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +77°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +73°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 12 mm to 13 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 63%. 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 22 in January.

February brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Sharjah is gradually decreasing during January, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Sharjah based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in January stands at 16%, leading to total precipitation of around 14 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 5 rainy days during January, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
January is one of the rainiest months in Sharjah, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Sharjah wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 3% chance of precipitation and 16 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 Sharjah?

This is the weather in Sharjah in January 2023:
1 January
🌧️
+75°F
2 January
☀️
+80°F
3 January
🌫️
+77°F
4 January
☀️
+73°F
5 January
☁️
+72°F
6 January
☀️
+73°F
7 January
☀️
+74°F
8 January
☀️
+73°F
9 January
☀️
+74°F
10 January
☀️
+76°F
11 January
☀️
+77°F
12 January
☀️
+75°F
13 January
☀️
+76°F
14 January
☀️
+78°F
15 January
☀️
+80°F
16 January
🌧️
+74°F
17 January
☀️
+82°F
18 January
☀️
+80°F
19 January
☀️
+74°F
20 January
☀️
+76°F
21 January
☁️
+69°F
22 January
☀️
+69°F
23 January
☀️
+70°F
24 January
☀️
+70°F
25 January
☀️
+73°F
26 January
☀️
+75°F
27 January
☀️
+82°F
28 January
☀️
+76°F
29 January
☀️
+74°F
30 January
☀️
+75°F
31 January
☀️
+76°F
In January 2023 Sharjah had 26 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 60%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 26%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+71°F) and the highest in 2019 (+80°F). The driest year was 2012 with only 1 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Sharjah in January:

Is January a good time to visit Sharjah?

Yes, January is a great time to go to Sharjah, 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 Sharjah.

Can you sunbathe in Sharjah in January?

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

Is Sharjah rainy in January?

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

Is it sunny in Sharjah in January?

Yes, Sharjah 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 United Arab Emirates

Check out the weather for other cities in United Arab Emirates.

Monthly weather in Sharjah

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Sharjah, 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.