Shimane Weather in January

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

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Matsue Tsuwano Izumo Yasugi

Planning a journey to Shimane, 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 Shimane in January

Shimane, Japan is a region in Japan. January in Shimane generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Matsue. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Shimane, Japan. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For a closer look at conditions across Shimane, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tsuwano with an average of 99 mm (3.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Matsue with 180 mm (7.1 in).

Explore Shimane by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shimane - and find the best time to visit. (based on Matsue)

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March12°C (54°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°F) September26°C (79°F) October22°C (72°F) November17°C (63°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shimane in January

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

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 Shimane

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

Temperature range in Shimane (January)

Precipitation variation in Shimane (January)

Matsue

In January Matsue generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
183 mm (7.2 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
27 days
23 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Matsue →

Tsuwano

In January Tsuwano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
60 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
23 days
21 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Tsuwano →

Izumo

In January Izumo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
26 days
22 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Izumo →

Yasugi

In January Yasugi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
181 mm (7.1 in)
177 mm (7 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
27 days
23 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Yasugi →

Hamada

In January Hamada generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
60 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
24 days
21 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Hamada →

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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 Shimane in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matsue 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)
Tsuwano 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Izumo 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Yasugi 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Hamada 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)

Shimane weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Shimane, Japan brings less favorable weather. In Matsue, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near 4°C (39°F).

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

In Matsue, the average daytime high in January is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 4°C (39°F).

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

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Shimane, Japan, with Matsue averaging around 180 mm (7.1 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Shimane, Japan?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Shimane, Japan due to the typically less favorable weather in Matsue.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, August and October offering mostly very good weather in Matsue. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be less favorable.

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