Okayama Weather in January

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

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Okayama Kurashiki Makago Mimasaka

Planning a trip to Okayama, Japan this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Okayama in January

Okayama, Japan is a region in Japan. January in Okayama generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Makago to 11°C (52°F) in Okayama. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Okayama and -2°C (28°F) in Makago. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Okayama with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to high rainfall in Makago with 110 mm (4.3 in). In Okayama, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Okayama receives about 148 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Okayama by month

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Best Places to Visit in Okayama in January

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

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 Okayama

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

Temperature range in Okayama (January)

Precipitation variation in Okayama (January)

Okayama

In January Okayama generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
148 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Okayama →

Kurashiki

In January Kurashiki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
148 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kurashiki →

Makago

In January Makago generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
148 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
25 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Makago →

Mimasaka

In January Mimasaka 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)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
148 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Mimasaka →

Setouchi

In January Setouchi 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
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
148 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Setouchi →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Okayama 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Kurashiki 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Makago 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Mimasaka 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Setouchi 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Okayama weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Okayama, Japan in January. The popular destination of Okayama averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Okayama averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Okayama, Japan during January, with Okayama averaging close to 53 mm (2.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Okayama, Japan?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Okayama, January may not be the ideal time to visit Okayama, Japan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, September, October and November offering mostly pleasant weather in Okayama. The weather in July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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