Satsuma weather in January (Kagoshima, Japan)

Will it be warm or cold in Satsuma this January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Satsuma usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 12°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 5°C. The temperatures in January are often the mildest compared to the rest of the year.

Precipitation

Satsuma in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Historically, the month has about 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 131 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February, June, July and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Satsuma, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 131 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kagoshima, Japan (35 KM, 21 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.

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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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