Makago Weather in January

January in Makago brings low temperatures around 6°C (43°F) during the day, dropping to -2°C (28°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 110 mm (4.3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Makago in January

Typically, you can expect about 25 days of snow/rain this month, with 110 mm (4.3 in) on average. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Makago in January

Expect highs of 6°C (43°F) in Makago in January, with nights dropping to around -2°C (28°F). During January, the winter season is in full swing. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights are well below freezing at -2°C (28°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. It is the coldest month of the year, so be sure to pack proper winter clothing for the conditions.Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Sunshine in Makago in January

The area enjoys a balanced 148 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Makago. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Makago Temperature in January

Min Temperature -2°C (28°F)

Max Temperature 6°C (43°F)

Chance of Rain 83%

Precipitation 110 mm (4.3 in)

Rainy days 25 days

Humidity 69% *

Sunshine 148 hours *

Percentage Sunshine *

* Data from: Okayama, Japan (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Makago in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Makago in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Makago in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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