What January feels like in Chittagong
January is part of Chittagong's dry season, when rain totals drop well below the wet months. Afternoons are warm and pleasant, good for long days out. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights stay mild. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.
Rain in Chittagong in January
Dry weather dominates, and an umbrella can mostly stay packed. Wet days average about 8.1 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 14.7 mm per rainy day. January is Chittagong's driest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in January
On 15 January the sun rises at about 6:34 am and sets around 5:29 pm local time, giving 10 h 54 min of daylight. Day length barely changes from mid-December (7 min longer). The sun is out for roughly 90% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How January compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, January comes out as the coolest month in Chittagong. Compared with December, afternoons are 0.8°C (1.4°F) cooler, with 5 mm less rain. From here it only gets warmer, starting with February. The next month's average high: 27.1°C (80.8°F).
Who January suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.
- Beach: a good fit — warm and mostly dry on the coast.
Tips for visiting Chittagong in January
Versatile Layers
Mornings and evenings are cooler than midday, so dress in layers.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Chittagong in January?
Afternoons average 24.5°C (76.1°F) and nights about 15.2°C (59.4°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Chittagong in January?
Hardly — only about 1 rainy days and 8 mm for the whole month.
What should I wear in Chittagong in January?
The numbers point to versatile layers and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is January or February better for visiting Chittagong?
January scores better on our climate ranking (#1 of 12 vs #3), rated Great against Great. February is warmer and has more rainy days.