Yamagata weather in January
Planning a journey to Yamagata this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Yamagata in January?
Yamagata is a region in Japan. January in Yamagata generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. In January, it is winter.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Yonezawa at 2°C to cold in Sakata at 5°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -0°C in Sakata and -5°C in Yonezawa. 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Zao Onsen with an average of 113 mm to heavy snow/rainfall in Tsuruoka with 271 mm. The city Zao Onsen usually sees around 148 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
For specific regional insights in Yamagata for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Yamagata climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Yamagata?
Zao Onsen
In January Zao Onsen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tsuruoka
In January Tsuruoka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Yamagata
In January Yamagata generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tendo
In January Tendo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kaminoyama
In January Kaminoyama generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°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 Yamagata?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Zao Onsen, January may not be the ideal time to visit Yamagata.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May offering mostly perfect weather in Zao Onsen. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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