The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Mysore sees 84°F during the day with 8.5h of sunshine per day. Rain is virtually absent (3% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
January is the best month of the year in Mysore. Compared to December: +2°F daytime, 5 pts fewer rainy days, +0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
14°
Daylight
11.4h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 55
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Is January the right month?
January is actually the best month of the year in Mysore. Good timing.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Hotels & rentals · Mysore
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Activities
Tours, tickets, experiences
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · India
🗣️LanguageHindi
💶CurrencyIndian Rupee (₹)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 95°F
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 81°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 42%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Mysore ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
IndiaTemperate climate with a 9.2 → 5.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
12.30°N · 76.65°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mysore?
January is the best month with 84°F highs, 63°F lows, 8.5h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of January & December offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Mysore get in January?
Mysore averages 8.5 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Mysore?
April is the most unfavourable month with April has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Mysore in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 63°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Mysore good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Mysore scores 8.6/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 8.9/10.
When should you avoid Mysore?
April is the most difficult month to visit Mysore, with April has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Mysore in January?
The average UV index reaches 7 in January in Mysore (high), with about 11.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.