Kumamoto weather in January (Kumamoto, Japan)

Interested in knowing the climate of Kumamoto in January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Kumamoto includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Experience the winter season in January. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 11°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 3°C. This time of year is known for its most moderate and comfortable temperatures.

Precipitation

Kumamoto in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Experience the driest month of the year, where clear skies and little rain are the norms. It's a great time to be outdoors. Expect around 18 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 135 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October typically offers the best circumstances. While February, June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kumamoto, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 70%  

Sunshine 135 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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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

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