Japan (Kyoto) · January
Low seasonJapan · Asia
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 9° | 10° | 15° | 20° | 25° | 28° | 32° | 34° | 30° | 24° | 18° | 11° |
MINMIN | 2° | 3° | 5° | 10° | 15° | 20° | 25° | 26° | 22° | 16° | 9° | 4° |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 6h UV 7 | 6h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 6h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d47mm | 6d68mm | 8d106mm | 8d125mm | 8d144mm | 10d178mm | 11d246mm | 8d180mm | 9d174mm | 7d124mm | 5d65mm | 5d56mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Japan (Kyoto) is on the cool side — with highs around 9°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 9°C during the day and drop to 2°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 5 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (47 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Japan (Kyoto) in January
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Japan (Kyoto)?
- January is not an optimal month for Japan (Kyoto) (Score: 48/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Japan (Kyoto) in January?
- In January, Japan (Kyoto) sees daily highs of 9°C. Nights cool to 2°C, with a daily average of 5°C.
- How much rain falls in Japan (Kyoto) in January?
- In January, Japan (Kyoto) receives an average of 47 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Japan (Kyoto) get in January?
- Japan (Kyoto) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
