Weather in January in Gunma
Are you planning a trip a to Gunma in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Gunma in January?
Gunma is a region in Japan. January in Gunma generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January is a winter month.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Katashina at 1°C to cold in Ota at 9°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C in Ota and -7°C in Katashina. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Ota with an average of 59 mm to high snow/rainfall in Kusatsu with 114 mm.Average sunshine
The city Minakami usually sees around 192 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Gunma in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Gunma climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Gunma?
Minakami
In January Minakami generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kusatsu
In January Kusatsu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Shibukawa
In January Shibukawa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Takasaki
In January Takasaki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tsumagoi
In January Tsumagoi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Gunma?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Gunma due to the typically poor weather in Minakami.
On average, the best time to visit Gunma is in May, June and August with generally pleasant weather in Minakami. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.
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