Asahikawa weather in January (Hokkaido, Japan)

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

In January, Asahikawa generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -3°C, while nights can cool down to about -12°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Asahikawa in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 29 days.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 62 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Asahikawa. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Asahikawa, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 98%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 29 days  

Sunshine 62 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nayoro, Japan (65 KM, 40 Miles).

Where to go in Japan in January

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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 Asahikawa in January?

Visitors traveling to Asahikawa 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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