Chiba Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chiba, Japan in January.

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Chiba Narita Minamiboso Kamogawa

Planning a getaway to Chiba, Japan this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Chiba in January

Chiba, Japan is a region in Japan. January in Chiba generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Kashiwa at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Minamiboso at 12°C (54°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Minamiboso and 1°C (34°F) in Kashiwa. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Chiba, Japan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kashiwa with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Onjuku with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Chiba enjoys approximately 193 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Chiba by month

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Best Places to Visit in Chiba in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Chiba.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Chiba

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Chiba, Japan?

Temperature range in Chiba (January)

Precipitation variation in Chiba (January)

Chiba

In January Chiba generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
193 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Chiba →

Narita

In January Narita generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
193 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Narita →

Minamiboso

In January Minamiboso generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
185 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Minamiboso →

Kamogawa

In January Kamogawa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
185 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Kamogawa →

Kashiwa

In January Kashiwa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
189 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Kashiwa →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Chiba, in Japan.

In our records: Japan January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Japan in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Japan was -15°C (5°F) in Mount Fuji on January 18, 2004.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Chiba in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chiba 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Narita 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Minamiboso 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Kamogawa 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Kashiwa 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Onjuku 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Chiba weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chiba, Japan in January?

Chiba, Japan typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Chiba average around 10°C (50°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Chiba, Japan in January?

Average temperatures in Chiba, Japan during January range from a nighttime low near 3°C (37°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in Chiba.

Does Chiba, Japan get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Chiba, Japan during January, with Chiba averaging close to 84 mm (3.3 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Chiba, Japan?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Chiba, Japan due to the typically poor weather in Chiba.

On average, the best time to visit Chiba, Japan is in May and July with generally pleasant weather in Chiba. In contrast, January tends to have poor weather conditions.

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