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Kutsugata weather in January (Rishiri Island, Japan)

Looking to travel to Kutsugata in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Kutsugata generally has very low temperatures and high snowfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -0°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -4°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Kutsugata in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 27 days of the month will see snowfall.

The city usually sees around 44 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kutsugata climate page with graphs.

 

Kutsugata, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 91%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 119 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 27 days  
SunshineSunshine 44 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Japan in January

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

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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).

So, what should you wear in Kutsugata in January?

Visitors traveling to Kutsugata 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 in January.

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

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