Jowai, India
Meghalaya · India
Jowai is a small city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 28,430. Elevation: 4,455 ft (1,358 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 28,430 |
| Population Density | 67 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,455 ft (1,358 m) |
| Coordinates | 25.4360°, 92.1913° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Meghalaya |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 138.6 inches (3,521 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jowai
Jowai is a small city in India (Meghalaya) with a population of 28,430. The city sits at an elevation of 4,455 feet (1,358 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 138.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Jowai
Jowai has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jul (24.7°C), the coldest is Jan (12.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2927 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above India avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,455 ft (1,358 m) |
| Area | 421.4 sq mi (1,091.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.4360°N, 92.1913°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 5.7 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 15.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (21°C) | 39.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 28.1 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 18.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 14.5 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Jowai has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 138.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (39.3") and December the driest (0.2").
Hotels in Jowai
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Jowai
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Jowai
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jowai
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Jowai
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport | GAU | Large Airport |
| Osmany International Airport | ZYL | Large Airport |
| Shillong Airport | SHL | Medium Airport |
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Waterfalls Near Jowai
12 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Jowai.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Amlamar waterfall | |
| Krang Shuri | |
| Pdem Falls | |
| Pdem Falls | |
| Pdem Falls | |
| Pdem Falls | |
| Phe Phe Falls | |
| Phe Phe Waterfall | |
| Rbangpohpamlong waterfall | |
| Wahrashi Falls | |
| Wahrashi Falls | |
| Wahrashi Falls |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jowai
What is the population of Jowai?
Jowai has a population of 28,430 residents and is located in India. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 421.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jowai?
Jowai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 138.6 inches.
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