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Oita Weather in January

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

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Planning a journey to Oita, 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 Oita in January

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 9°C (48°F) in Kokonoe to 11°C (52°F) in Oita. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Oita and -1°C (30°F) in Kokonoe. 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 Oita, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Beppu with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Kokonoe with 77 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Yufu gets approximately 148 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 Oita in January

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

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 Oita

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

Temperature range in Oita (January)

Precipitation variation in Oita (January)

Yufu

In January Yufu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°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)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
148 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Yufu →

Beppu

In January Beppu 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
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
148 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Beppu →

Kokonoe

In January Kokonoe 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)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
148 hours
150 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Kokonoe →

Hita

In January Hita generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°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)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
103 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Hita →

Taketa

In January Taketa 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
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
148 hours
150 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Taketa →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Yufu 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Beppu 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Kokonoe 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Hita 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Taketa 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Oita 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Oita weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Oita, Japan brings poor weather. In Yufu, daytime temperatures are typically around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

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

Yufu averages a daytime maximum of 10°C (50°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 1°C (34°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Oita, Japan. Yufu averages only about 69 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Oita, Japan?

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

Generally speaking, April, May and October provide pleasant weather in Yufu. In contrast, January, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Oita.

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