Kobe weather in January (Hyogo, Japan)

Is January a good time to explore Kobe weather-wise? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

In January, Kobe usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 10°C. At night, it falls to around 3°C. This month often claims the chilliest averages of the year.

Precipitation

Kobe in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Plan your events and outings without worrying about rain. Typically, you can expect about 19 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 147 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kobe. May, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kobe, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 61 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 62%  

Sunshine 147 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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

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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kobe.

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