Rusutsu weather in January (Hokkaido, Japan)

Is January a good time to explore Rusutsu weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

January in Rusutsu generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January ushers in the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about -2°C. At night, they generally drop to -11°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Rusutsu in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 29 days days of snow.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 93 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rusutsu. June typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rusutsu climate page with graphs.

 

Rusutsu, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -11°C  

Max Temperature -2°C  

Chance of Rain 97%  

Precipitation 74 mm  

Rainy days 29 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 93 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Sapporo, Japan (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in Japan in January

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Rusutsu should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

Interested in more climate information?

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