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Kagawa Weather in January

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

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Planning a journey to Kagawa, Japan this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Kagawa in January

Kagawa, Japan is a region in Japan. January in Kagawa generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 8°C (46°F) in Naoshima to 11°C (52°F) in Shodoshima. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Shodoshima and 2°C (36°F) in Naoshima. 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Kagawa, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Naoshima with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Shodoshima with 77 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Takamatsu receives about 148 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Kagawa in January

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

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 Kagawa

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

Temperature range in Kagawa (January)

Precipitation variation in Kagawa (January)

Takamatsu

In January Takamatsu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
148 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Takamatsu →

Kotohira

In January Kotohira 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
12°C (54°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
156 hours
148 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Kotohira →

Marugame

In January Marugame generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
148 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Marugame →

Kagawa

In January Kagawa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
148 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kagawa →

Sakaide

In January Sakaide generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
148 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Sakaide →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Takamatsu 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Kotohira 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Marugame 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Kagawa 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Sakaide 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Shodoshima 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 77 mm (3 in)

Kagawa weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Kagawa, Japan brings poor weather. In Takamatsu, daytime temperatures are typically around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows hover near 4°C (39°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Takamatsu peak at roughly 10°C (50°F) in January, dropping to about 4°C (39°F) overnight.

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

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

Is January a Good Time to Visit Kagawa, Japan?

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

Generally speaking, May, October and November provide pleasant weather in Takamatsu. On the other hand, the month of January tends to have poor weather conditions.

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