Miyajima Weather in January

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

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Planning a journey to Miyajima, 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 Miyajima in January

Miyajima, Japan is a region in Japan. January in Miyajima generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Miyajima. 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 Miyajima, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 60 mm (2.4 in) in Miyajima. In Miyajima, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Miyajima gets approximately 137 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Miyajima in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
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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 Miyajima

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Miyajima, Japan?

Miyajima

In January Miyajima 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.

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Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
137 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
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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.

Miyajima weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Miyajima, Japan brings poor weather. In Miyajima, daytime temperatures are typically around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

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

Miyajima averages a daytime maximum of 10°C (50°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

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

Not particularly. Miyajima averages just 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Miyajima, Japan.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Miyajima, Japan?

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

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

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