Temperature in Tokyo Prefecture in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan this January.

Tokyo Prefecture, Japan, a region in Japan, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 7°C (45°F) in Okutama to 12°C (54°F) in Oshima. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Oshima and -3°C (27°F) in Okutama. The month of January is in the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Tokyo Prefecture, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Tokyo Prefecture, check out our Tokyo Prefecture's climate page.

See also: Tokyo Prefecture weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Tokyo Prefecture in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Tokyo Prefecture temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan in January?

Average daytime highs in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan during January reach about 10°C (50°F) in Tokyo.

How cold does it get at night in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan in January?

Tokyo sees nighttime lows close to 2°C (36°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan?

According to our recent database analysis, Oshima is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 12°C (54°F) and rarely drops below 8°C (46°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in January in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan?

When looking through our records, we find that Okutama stands out as the coolest city in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan for the month of January. Daytime highs average 7°C (45°F) and it cools down to about -3°C (27°F) at night.

How much sun does Tokyo Prefecture, Japan get in January?

Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 189 hours of sunlight expected in Tokyo. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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