Yamanashi weather in January
Thinking about venturing to Yamanashi this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Yamanashi in January?
Yamanashi is a region in Japan. January in Yamanashi generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C in Hokuto to 7°C in Yamanakako. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C in Yamanakako and -7°C in Hokuto. 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Hokuto with an average of 71 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Yamanakako with 93 mm.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Yamanashi in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Yamanashi climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Yamanashi?
Fujikawaguchiko
In January Fujikawaguchiko generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Yamanakako
In January Yamanakako generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Fuefuki
In January Fuefuki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hokuto
In January Hokuto generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Fujiyoshida
In January Fujiyoshida generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Yamanashi, in Japan.
Is January the best time to visit Yamanashi?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Yamanashi with often poor weather in Fujikawaguchiko.
On average, the best time to visit Yamanashi is in May and August with generally pleasant weather in Fujikawaguchiko. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October and December tend to be poor.
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