Yakushima weather in January (Kagoshima, Japan)

Looking to travel to Yakushima in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Yakushima typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 12°C. Typically, this month presents some of the milder temperatures of the year, yet it remains pleasantly warm.

Yakushima in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 144 mm for the month. Typically around 23 days of rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 109 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 August, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, March and June tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Yakushima, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 78%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 144 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 109 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Tanegashima, Japan (61 KM, 38 Miles).

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 Yakushima 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
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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