Fuji Five Lakes Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan in January.

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Fujikawaguchiko Yamanakako Fujiyoshida Minobu

Considering a trip to the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Fuji Five Lakes in January

The Fuji Five Lakes, Japan is a region in Japan. January in the Fuji Five Lakes generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) in Fujikawaguchiko. 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 explore the conditions in the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Fujikawaguchiko with an average of 84 mm (3.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Minobu with 97 mm (3.8 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Fuji Five Lakes in January

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

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 the Fuji Five Lakes

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

Temperature range in the Fuji Five Lakes (January)

Precipitation variation in the Fuji Five Lakes (January)

Fujikawaguchiko

In January Fujikawaguchiko generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Fujikawaguchiko →

Yamanakako

In January Yamanakako generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Yamanakako →

Fujiyoshida

In January Fujiyoshida generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Fujiyoshida →

Minobu

In January Minobu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
204 hours
182 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Minobu →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Fuji Five Lakes, 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 the Fuji Five Lakes in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fujikawaguchiko 6°C (43°F) -5°C (23°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Yamanakako 7°C (45°F) -3°C (27°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Fujiyoshida 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Minobu 5°C (41°F) -5°C (23°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

The Fuji Five Lakes weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan in January?

January in the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan brings poor weather. In Fujikawaguchiko, daytime temperatures are typically around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows hover near -5°C (23°F).

What is the average temperature in the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan in January?

Daytime temperatures in Fujikawaguchiko peak at roughly 6°C (43°F) in January, dropping to about -5°C (23°F) overnight.

Does the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan during January, with Fujikawaguchiko averaging close to 84 mm (3.3 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan with often poor weather in Fujikawaguchiko.

On average, the best time to visit the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan is in May and August with generally pleasant weather in Fujikawaguchiko. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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