Kōchi weather in January (Shikoku, Japan)
What can you expect from the weather in Kōchi during January? This guide provides all the details you need.
In January, Kōchi generally has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 2°C. But by evening, they drop to around -6°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.
Kōchi in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 143 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 22 days of snow/rain.
With around 192 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kōchi. June and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kōchi climate page with graphs.
Kōchi, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-6°C
Max Temperature
2°C
Chance of Rain
72%
Precipitation
143 mm
Rainy days
22 days
Humidity
61%
Sunshine
192 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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in Kōchi in January?
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 in January.
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