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Abashiri weather in January (Hokkaido, Japan)

How does the January weather in Abashiri compare to other months? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In January, Abashiri usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -2°C, while nights can cool down to about -7°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Abashiri in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. On average, there are about 25 days with snow during this month.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 109 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Abashiri. July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Abashiri, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 85%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 25 days  
HumidityHumidity 72%  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 109 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 38%  

Where to go in Japan in January

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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In January generally
poor weather
with very low temperatures
and moderate monthly snowfall

More information

Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Japan, check out our Abashiri's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Abashiri should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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