Sobetsu weather in January (Hokkaido, Japan)

Will it be warm or cold in Sobetsu this January? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

January in Sobetsu generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -1°C, while night temperatures can drop to -9°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Sobetsu in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 29 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 93 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sobetsu. June, July and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Sobetsu, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 97%  

Precipitation 64 mm  

Rainy days 29 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 93 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sapporo, Japan (67 KM, 41 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 Sobetsu 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

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