Nagano weather in January (Nagano, Japan)
How's the weather trend in Nagano as January approaches? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
The typical weather for January in Nagano includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 3°C, while nights can cool down to about -6°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.
Precipitation
Nagano in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 155 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 24 days of snow/rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a balanced 128 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 Nagano. May generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, July, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nagano climate page with graphs.
Nagano, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-6°C
Max Temperature
3°C
Chance of Rain
78%
Precipitation
155 mm
Rainy days
24 days
Humidity
78%
Sunshine
128 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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
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