Osaka weather in January (Osaka Prefecture, Japan)

What's the typical weather in Osaka for January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In January, Osaka usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 10°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 2°C. January is typically the month with the mildest temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Osaka in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Historically, approximately 18 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 142 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Osaka. April, May, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Osaka, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 64 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 61%  

Sunshine 142 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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