Wakayama weather in January (Wakayama, Japan)

What can you expect from the weather in Wakayama during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Wakayama typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 11°C, while night temperatures can drop to 4°C. This time of year is characterized by the most temperate climate of all the months.

Wakayama in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.

The area enjoys a balanced 137 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, February tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Wakayama, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 95 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 63%  
SunshineSunshine 137 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Japan in January

Find out more about the weather in Japan in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Wakayama in January?

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 in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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