January · India
Best time to visit Ellora Caves in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ellora Caves in January
Average temperature 20°C, 5 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 50% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.3/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 5 mm
- Humidity
- 50%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Ellora Caves scores 9.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 20°C, 5 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ellora Caves carve Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain sanctuaries from basalt cliffs-including the monolithic Kailasa temple. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
January in Ellora Caves tops the year's climate scores
At 20°C (69°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
At just 5 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.9 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Ellora Caves at 9.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ellora Caves in January?
- In January, Ellora Caves averages 20°C, 5 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Ellora Caves?
- January earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ellora Caves in January?
- Expect about 5 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 50% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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