Takaoka Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of -1°C (30°F), January in Takaoka brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 184 mm (7.2 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Takaoka in January

Typically, you can expect about 28 days of snow/rain this month, with 184 mm (7.2 in) on average. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Takaoka in January

If you're visiting Takaoka in January, expect highs of 7°C (45°F) and overnight lows around -1°C (30°F). The winter season is characteristic of January. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Sunshine in Takaoka in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 43 hours of sunshine.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May typically offers the best weather for Takaoka.

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Takaoka Temperature in January

Min Temperature -1°C (30°F)  

Max Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Chance of Rain 94%  

Precipitation 184 mm (7.2 in)  

Rainy days 28 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 43 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 13% *  

* Data from: Wajima, Japan (72 KM, 45 Miles).

What to Wear in Takaoka in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Takaoka in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Takaoka in January

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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• January
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• March
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• May
• June
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• September
• October
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