Ibaraki Weather in January

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

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Mito Tsukuba Hitachi Tsuchiura

Are you planning a trip a to Ibaraki, Japan in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Ibaraki in January

Ibaraki, Japan is a region in Japan. January in Ibaraki generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Mito. 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.

To explore the conditions in Ibaraki, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tsukuba with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Hitachinaka with 73 mm (2.9 in).

Explore Ibaraki by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ibaraki - and find the best time to visit. (based on Mito)

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March13°C (55°F) April17°C (63°F) May22°C (72°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°F) September27°C (81°F) October22°C (72°F) November17°C (63°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ibaraki in January

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

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 Ibaraki

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

Temperature range in Ibaraki (January)

Precipitation variation in Ibaraki (January)

Mito

In January Mito generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Mito →

Tsukuba

In January Tsukuba generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
202 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Tsukuba →

Hitachi

In January Hitachi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Hitachi →

Tsuchiura

In January Tsuchiura 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 less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
193 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Tsuchiura →

Hitachinaka

In January Hitachinaka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Hitachinaka →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mito 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Tsukuba 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Hitachi 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Tsuchiura 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Hitachinaka 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Ibaraki weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect less favorable weather across Ibaraki, Japan in January. The popular destination of Mito averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Mito averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Ibaraki, Japan. Mito averages only about 71 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ibaraki, Japan?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Ibaraki, Japan with often less favorable weather in Mito.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly very good weather in Mito. The weather in January, February and March, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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