Sanjo weather in January (Niigata Prefecture, Japan)

How does the January weather in Sanjo compare to other months? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In January, Sanjo usually has low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. January is part of winter. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 6°C, while night temperatures can drop to -0°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Sanjo in January usually receives heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 198 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 28 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 49 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sanjo. May, June, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, July and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sanjo, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -0°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 92%  

Precipitation 198 mm  

Rainy days 28 days  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nagaoka, Japan (22 KM, 13 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

Temperatures

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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