Mie Weather in January

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

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Toba Shima Ise Tsu

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

What to Expect in Mie in January

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 8°C (46°F) in Nabari to 12°C (54°F) in Shima. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Shima and 0°C (32°F) in Nabari. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Mie, Japan. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Yokkaichi with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Kumano with 99 mm (3.9 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Mie 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 Mie

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

Temperature range in Mie (January)

Precipitation variation in Mie (January)

Toba

In January Toba 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
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Toba →

Shima

In January Shima generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Shima →

Ise

In January Ise 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
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Ise →

Tsu

In January Tsu 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)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
170 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Tsu →

Suzuka

In January Suzuka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
170 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Suzuka →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Toba 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Shima 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Ise 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Tsu 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Suzuka 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Yokkaichi 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Mie weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Mie, Japan typically experiences unpleasant weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Toba average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Mie, Japan during January range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 11°C (52°F) in Toba.

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

January is on the drier side in Mie, Japan. Toba averages only about 79 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Mie, Japan?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Mie, Japan with often unpleasant weather in Toba.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May offering mostly pleasant weather in Toba. On the other hand, the months of July, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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