Weather in January in Saitama
Are you planning a trip a to Saitama in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Saitama in January?
Saitama is a region in Japan. January in Saitama generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C in Ogano to 10°C in Kawaguchi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C in Kawaguchi and -2°C in Ogano. 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 Saitama in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Fukaya with an average of 60 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Ogano with 76 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 170 hours of sunlight anticipated in Chichibu. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a more detailed look at Saitama's conditions throughout the year, check out our Saitama climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Japan, check out our Saitama's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Saitama?
Chichibu
In January Chichibu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kawagoe
In January Kawagoe generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kumagaya
In January Kumagaya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Fukaya
In January Fukaya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kawaguchi
In January Kawaguchi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Saitama?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Saitama with often poor weather in Chichibu.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May and November offering mostly tolerable weather in Chichibu. The weather in January, February, March, June, July, September and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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