Morioka weather in January (Iwate, Japan)

What's the typical weather in Morioka for January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Morioka typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Expect temperatures to climb to 0°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -9°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Morioka in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. This month experiences about 28 days of snow/rain according to historical data.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Morioka. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Morioka, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature 0°C  

Chance of Rain 92%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 28 days  

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?

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.

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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