Miyakojima Weather in January

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

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Miyako Island

Considering a trip to Miyakojima, Japan this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Miyakojima in January

Miyakojima, Japan is a region in Japan. January in Miyakojima generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Miyako Island. While January might be the chilliest month, Miyakojima, Japan offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.

To explore the conditions in Miyakojima, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

January is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 140 mm (5.5 in) in Miyako Island.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Miyako Island receives around 87 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Miyakojima by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Miyakojima — and find the best time to visit. (based on Miyako Island)

January22°C (72°F) February22°C (72°F) March23°C (73°F) April25°C (77°F) May27°C (81°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October28°C (82°F) November26°C (79°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Miyakojima in January

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

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 Miyakojima

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

Miyako Island

In January Miyako Island generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
87 hours
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Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Miyakojima, 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.

Miyakojima weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Miyakojima, Japan brings pleasant weather. In Miyako Island, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

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

Average temperatures in Miyakojima, Japan during January range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Miyako Island.

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

Miyakojima, Japan sees substantial rainfall in January. Miyako Island typically averages about 140 mm (5.5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Miyakojima, Japan?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Miyakojima, Japan. Typically, the climate in Miyako Island is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Miyakojima, Japan is in January, February, March, April, October, November and December with generally pleasant weather in Miyako Island. The weather in August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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