Yakushima weather in January (Kagoshima, Japan)

What weather conditions can you expect in Yakushima this January? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Yakushima typically brings moderate temperatures and high rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 16°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 12°C. Experience mild yet warm temperatures during this month, offering a comfortable climate.

Precipitation

Yakushima in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 144 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 23 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 109 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

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 Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 78%  

Precipitation 144 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Humidity 65% *  

Sunshine 109 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Tanegashima, Japan (61 KM, 38 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?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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