Nagano weather in January (Nagano, Japan)
How is the weather in Nagano in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In January, Nagano generally has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 3°C (show in °F), while nights can cool down to about -6°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.
Nagano in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 155 mm (show in inches) for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 24 days of snow/rain.
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
-5.8°C
Max Temperature
2.6°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 in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Nagano 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.
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