Kobe weather in January (Hyogo, Japan)

What can you expect from the weather in Kobe during January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Kobe generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 10°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 3°C. This month often claims the chilliest averages of the year.

Kobe in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 147 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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 in January and which places have the best weather 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 Kobe in January?

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 in January.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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