Kawasaki, Japan — Weather in January 2027

Monthly climate averages for Kawasaki, Japan. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

Cfa Humid Subtropical
3.8 /10
Poor

January is a poor month in Kawasaki

Climate Overview

Kawasaki, Japan in January has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 9.3°C (49°F).

This month falls at the middle of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout January, with daily highs around 10°C (50°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

Wind speeds pick up through the month, from 21 km/h (13 mph) to 25 km/h (16 mph).

The warmest days tend to fall around the 2th, averaging 9.9°C (50°F).

Compared to December, this month is about 2°C cooler with 1 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly January Averages

Temperature
9°C / 2°C
Feels Like
5°C / -3°C
Rain
5 days · 55 mm
Sunshine
7.6h / day
Humidity
69% — Humid
Wind
25 km/h
Wind Direction
N (354°)
Gusts
39 km/h
Daylight
10.1 h
Cloud Cover
39%
Clear Sky Days
10.8
UV Index
3.9 — Moderate
Dew Point
0°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Frost Days
6 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

16°C 13°C 10°C 7°C 4°C 1°C -2°C 151015202531
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Daily Precipitation

0 mm 2 mm 4 mm 6 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 7 14 21 28 35 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:51
Daylight 10h
Sunset 16:52

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 9°C (49°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
9°C / 2°C
Feels Like
5°C / -3°C
Rain
5days (55 mm) Good
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
3.9 Moderate
View Details
February
Poor
Temp
10°C / 3°C
Feels Like
6°C / -2°C
Rain
8days (58 mm) Wet
Sun
8.1h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
4.9 Moderate
View Details
March
Fair
Temp
14°C / 7°C
Feels Like
11°C / 3°C
Rain
12days (130 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
View Details
April
Good
Temp
18°C / 11°C
Feels Like
16°C / 9°C
Rain
11days (123 mm) Wet
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
6.9 High
View Details
May best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 16°C
Feels Like
22°C / 15°C
Rain
12days (137 mm) Wet
Sun
8.7h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
7.3 Very High
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June best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 20°C
Feels Like
27°C / 21°C
Rain
13days (189 mm) Wet
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
7 High
View Details
July
Fair
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
33°C / 27°C
Rain
12days (152 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
7.2 Very High
View Details
August
Poor
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
35°C / 29°C
Rain
12days (117 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
7.2 Very High
View Details
September
Good
Temp
27°C / 22°C
Feels Like
30°C / 24°C
Rain
14days (169 mm) Wet
Sun
7.7h Good
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
5.2 High
View Details
October best
Wet
Temp
21°C / 16°C
Feels Like
21°C / 14°C
Rain
14days (188 mm) Wet
Sun
6.5h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
4 Moderate
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November
Good
Temp
16°C / 10°C
Feels Like
15°C / 7°C
Rain
10days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
3.6 Moderate
View Details
December
Fair
Temp
12°C / 5°C
Feels Like
8°C / 0°C
Rain
6days (54 mm) Good
Sun
7.3h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
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Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January 9°C / 2°C 5°C / -3°C 5days (55 mm) Good 7.6h Good 69% Muggy 3.9 Moderate Poor View Details
February 10°C / 3°C 6°C / -2°C 8days (58 mm) Wet 8.1h Good 68% Muggy 4.9 Moderate Poor View Details
March 14°C / 7°C 11°C / 3°C 12days (130 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 73% Muggy 5.7 High Fair View Details
April 18°C / 11°C 16°C / 9°C 11days (123 mm) Wet 8.6h Good 76% Humid 6.9 High Good View Details
May best 22°C / 16°C 22°C / 15°C 12days (137 mm) Wet 8.7h Good 79% Humid 7.3 Very High Excellent View Details
June best 25°C / 20°C 27°C / 21°C 13days (189 mm) Wet 8.3h Good 82% Humid 7 High Excellent View Details
July 29°C / 24°C 33°C / 27°C 12days (152 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 84% Humid 7.2 Very High Fair View Details
August 30°C / 25°C 35°C / 29°C 12days (117 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 82% Humid 7.2 Very High Poor View Details
September 27°C / 22°C 30°C / 24°C 14days (169 mm) Wet 7.7h Good 82% Humid 5.2 High Good View Details
October best 21°C / 16°C 21°C / 14°C 14days (188 mm) Wet 6.5h Fair 79% Humid 4 Moderate Wet View Details
November 16°C / 10°C 15°C / 7°C 10days (94 mm) Wet 7h Good 76% Humid 3.6 Moderate Good View Details
December 12°C / 5°C 8°C / 0°C 6days (54 mm) Good 7.3h Good 72% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Fair View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

Packing List

Warm coatComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

January is typically poor for visiting Kawasaki, with average highs of 9°C (49°F) and around 5 rainy days. Kawasaki, Japan in January has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 9.3°C (49°F).
Kawasaki typically sees around 5 rainy days in January with 55 mm (2.2 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Kawasaki during January are cold, averaging 2°C (35°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 9°C (49°F) and lows of 2°C (35°F) in January, we recommend: Warm coat, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
January is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Kawasaki. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Kawasaki during January is 4 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Kawasaki gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day in January, with around 8 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Kawasaki during January based on 10-year climate averages.

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