Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama weather in January (Gifu, Japan)

How is January weather typically in Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In January, Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama usually has very low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 2°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -7°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 216 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 28 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 64 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama. May and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama climate page with graphs.

 

Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -7°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 93%  

Precipitation 216 mm  

Rainy days 28 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 64 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Fukui, Japan (64 KM, 40 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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