January · India
Best time to visit Munnar in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Munnar in January
Average temperature 21°C, 25 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.0/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 25 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Munnar scores 9.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 21°C, 25 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Munnar's tea hills, waterfalls and cloud forests rise in Kerala's Western Ghats.
January ranks 2nd of 12 for Munnar — one of the best windows
January averages 21°C (71°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Expect 25 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.5 daylight hours.
A 9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Munnar (2nd of 12); only February scores higher, at 9.3/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with 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 Munnar in January?
- In January, Munnar averages 21°C, 25 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Munnar?
- January earns a 9.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Munnar in January?
- Expect about 25 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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