Shimonoseki weather in January (Yamaguchi, Japan)

What should you pack for a trip to Shimonoseki in January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Shimonoseki generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January marks the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 10°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 6°C. The temperatures in January are typically the coolest of the year.

Precipitation

Shimonoseki in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 22 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 104 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Shimonoseki. May, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and June tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shimonoseki, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 75%  

Precipitation 96 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Sunshine 104 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kitakyushu, Japan (18 KM, 11 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?

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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