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Kanagawa Weather in January

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

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Hakone Yokohama Kawasaki Yugawara

Planning a trip to Kanagawa, Japan this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kanagawa in January

Kanagawa, Japan is a region in Japan. January in Kanagawa generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 9°C (48°F) in Hakone to 11°C (52°F) in Yokosuka. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Yokosuka and 2°C (36°F) in Hakone. 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 Kanagawa, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kawasaki with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Hakone with 103 mm (4.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Kanagawa in January

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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 Kanagawa

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

Temperature range in Kanagawa (January)

Precipitation variation in Kanagawa (January)

Hakone

In January Hakone generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor 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
94 mm (3.7 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Hakone →

Yokohama

In January Yokohama generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
185 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Yokohama →

Kawasaki

In January Kawasaki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
185 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kawasaki →

Yugawara

In January Yugawara generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor 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
92 mm (3.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Yugawara →

Fujisawa

In January Fujisawa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
185 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Fujisawa →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hakone 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Yokohama 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Kawasaki 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Yugawara 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Fujisawa 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Kamakura 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)

Kanagawa weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

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

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

In Hakone, the average daytime high in January is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 2°C (36°F).

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

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Kanagawa, Japan. Average rainfall in Hakone sits around 103 mm (4.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Kanagawa, Japan?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Hakone, January may not be the ideal time to visit Kanagawa, Japan.

Generally speaking, May and August provide tolerable weather in Hakone. In contrast, January, February, March, April, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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