Temperature in The Kii Peninsula in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the Kii Peninsula, Japan this January.

The Kii Peninsula, Japan, a region in Japan, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 10°C (50°F) in Nara to 12°C (54°F) in Taiji. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Taiji and 1°C (34°F) in Nara. January is a winter month. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in January?

Discover the typical January temperatures for the most popular locations of the Kii Peninsula on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Kii Peninsula, check out our the Kii Peninsula's climate page.

See also: the Kii Peninsula weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in the Kii Peninsula in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

The Kii Peninsula temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in January?

Daytime temperatures in Nara typically peak at 10°C (50°F) in January, putting it in the low range.

How cold does it get at night in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in January?

Nara sees nighttime lows close to 1°C (34°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in the Kii Peninsula, Japan?

Based on our systematic data collection, Taiji has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 12°C (54°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 6°C (43°F).

What is the coldest city in January in the Kii Peninsula, Japan?

In our database, Nara is the chilliest city in January in the Kii Peninsula, Japan. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 10°C (50°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 1°C (34°F).

How much sun does the Kii Peninsula, Japan get in January?

Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 142 hours of sunlight expected in Nara. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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