Weather in January in Shikoku
Considering a trip to Shikoku this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Shikoku in January?
Shikoku is a region in Japan. January in Shikoku generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During January, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Kōchi at 2°C to cold in Takamatsu at 10°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Takamatsu and -6°C in Kōchi. 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.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Takamatsu with an average of 71 mm to high rainfall in Kōchi with 143 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Matsuyama, marking it as the year's driest month.Average sunshine
The city Matsuyama usually sees around 127 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For a closer look at January's conditions in Shikoku, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Shikoku's yearly weather, check out our Shikoku climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 3 most popular destinations in Shikoku?
Matsuyama
In January Matsuyama generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Takamatsu
In January Takamatsu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kōchi
In January Kōchi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Shikoku?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Shikoku with often poor weather in Matsuyama.
Generally speaking, May, October and November provide pleasant weather in Matsuyama. In contrast, January, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.
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