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Leh, Ladakh, India

Leh in January

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Leh are June, July, August and September. In January, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
-11°C
Rainfall
39 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In January, Leh is typically cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around -11°C with about 39mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Leh in January

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Ladakh
Ladakh is a region administered by India as a union territory and constitutes an eastern portion of the larger Kashmir region that has been the subject of a dispute between India a
Leh Palace
Leh Palace, also known as Lachen Palkar Palace, is a former royal palace overlooking the city of Leh in Ladakh, India. It was constructed circa 1600 AD by Sengge Namgyal. The palac
Namgyal Tsemo Monastery
Namgyal Tsemo Monastery or Namgyal Tsemo Gompa is a Buddhist monastery in Leh city of Leh district, Ladakh, northern India. Founded by King Tashi Namgyal (1555-1575) of Ladakh, it
Tsemo Castle
Tsemo Castle is an important religious and historical point in Leh, Ladakh, India. It is located at a walking distance from the Leh Palace. The defensive structure is maintained by
Kyago Tso
Kyagar Tso or Kyagar Lake is a small brackish lake surrounded by mountains situated in the Ladakh region of the northern Indian Union Territory of Ladakh in India. From afar, it ca
Choglamsar
Choglamsar, also spelled Chuglamsar, is a census town in Leh tehsil in the Leh district of Ladakh, India. It is located on the bank of the Indus River.

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Leh in January: FAQ

Is January a good time to visit Leh?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Leh's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Leh in January?+

Expect average temperatures around -11°C. Rainfall averages about 39mm for the month. In short, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Leh in January?+

Based on the typical January weather: cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Leh in January?+

Popular things to do include Ladakh, Leh Palace, Namgyal Tsemo Monastery and Tsemo Castle. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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