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Yuzawa Weather in January

January in Yuzawa averages 2°C (36°F) during the day and -5°C (23°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 135 mm (5.3 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Yuzawa in January

Expect around 29 days of snow/rain based on historical data, with 135 mm (5.3 in) average. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Yuzawa in January

In January, expect low temperatures in Yuzawa, with highs of 2°C (36°F) and lows of -5°C (23°F) at night. Winter occurs in January. Staying warm is the main priority this month, especially during mornings and evenings. Nights are well below freezing at -5°C (23°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Sunshine in Yuzawa in January

The city usually sees around 41 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Yuzawa. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Yuzawa Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C (23°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 96%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 135 mm (5.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 29 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 41 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 15% *  
* Data from: Akita, Japan (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in January

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Yuzawa in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Yuzawa in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Yuzawa in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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