Takaoka weather in January (Toyama, Japan)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Takaoka during January? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Takaoka includes low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in January. Daytime temperatures hover around 7°C, while nights can cool down to about -1°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Takaoka in January usually receives heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 184 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 28 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 43 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 Takaoka. May generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, July, August and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Takaoka, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 94%  

Precipitation 184 mm  

Rainy days 28 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 43 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 13% *  

Data from: Wajima, Japan (72 KM, 45 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?

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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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