Odate weather in January (Akita, Japan)

Curious about the January weather in Odate? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Odate generally has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -7°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Odate in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 100 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. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 30 days.

The city usually sees around 41 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Odate. June and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Odate, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 99%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 100 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 30 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 41 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 15% *  
* Data from: Akita, Japan (74 KM, 46 Miles).

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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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 Odate 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
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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