Miyazaki Weather in January

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

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Miyazaki Takachiho Nobeoka

Planning a getaway to Miyazaki, Japan this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Miyazaki in January

Miyazaki, Japan is a region in Japan. January in Miyazaki generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Takachiho at 9°C (48°F) to mild in Miyazaki at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Miyazaki and -1°C (30°F) in Takachiho. While January might be the chilliest month, Miyazaki, Japan offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.

For specific regional insights in Miyazaki, Japan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nobeoka with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Miyazaki with 86 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Miyazaki enjoys about 194 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Miyazaki by month

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Best Places to Visit in Miyazaki in January

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

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 Miyazaki

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

Temperature range in Miyazaki (January)

Precipitation variation in Miyazaki (January)

Miyazaki

In January Miyazaki generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
194 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Miyazaki →

Takachiho

In January Takachiho generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
135 hours
143 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Takachiho →

Nobeoka

In January Nobeoka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
148 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nobeoka →

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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.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Miyazaki in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Miyazaki 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Takachiho 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Nobeoka 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Miyazaki weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Miyazaki, Japan in January. The popular destination of Miyazaki averages 13°C (55°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this winter month.

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

In Miyazaki, the average daytime high in January is 13°C (55°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Miyazaki, Japan. Miyazaki averages only about 86 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Miyazaki, Japan?

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

On average, the best time to visit Miyazaki, Japan is in October and November with generally pleasant weather in Miyazaki. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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