Kyoto weather in January (Kyoto, Japan)

How is the weather in Kyoto in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Kyoto typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 9°C. But by evening, they drop to around -0°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Kyoto in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 21 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 124 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kyoto. May and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and July tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kyoto, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -0°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 66%  

Sunshine 124 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

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 Kyoto 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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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