Kutchan weather in January (Hokkaido, Japan)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Kutchan during January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In January, Kutchan tends to experience very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is part of winter. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -2°C, while night temperatures can drop to -10°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Kutchan in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 30 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 93 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kutchan. June typically offers 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 Kutchan climate page with graphs.

 

Kutchan, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -10°C  

Max Temperature -2°C  

Chance of Rain 100%  

Precipitation 86 mm  

Rainy days 30 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 93 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sapporo, Japan (51 KM, 31 Miles).

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?

Visitors traveling to Kutchan 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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