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January is a poor month in Yokohama

Climate Overview

Yokohama, Japan in January has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 9.1°C (48°F). Sea temperature stays cool at 12°C (54°F).

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

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout January, with daily highs around 9°C (48°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 9.8°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 / 3°C
Feels Like
5°C / -2°C
Rain
5 days · 55 mm
Sunshine
7.6h / day
Humidity
64% — Moderate
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
3.3 — Moderate
Sea Temperature
12°C
Dew Point
0°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Snow Days
1 days · 2.2 cm
Frost Days
3 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 (48°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

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

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
9°C / 3°C
Feels Like
5°C / -2°C
Rain
5days (55 mm) Good
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
3.3 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
February
Poor
Temp
10°C / 3°C
Feels Like
6°C / -1°C
Rain
8days (58 mm) Wet
Sun
8.1h Good
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
March
Fair
Temp
13°C / 7°C
Feels Like
10°C / 3°C
Rain
12days (130 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
4.7 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
April
Good
Temp
17°C / 11°C
Feels Like
15°C / 8°C
Rain
11days (123 mm) Wet
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
May best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 16°C
Feels Like
21°C / 14°C
Rain
12days (137 mm) Wet
Sun
8.7h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
5.8 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 19°C
Feels Like
26°C / 20°C
Rain
13days (189 mm) Wet
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
6.6 High
July
Good
Temp
27°C / 23°C
Feels Like
32°C / 26°C
Rain
12days (152 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
7.6 Very High
August
Fair
Temp
29°C / 25°C
Feels Like
33°C / 28°C
Rain
12days (117 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
7.4 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 22°C
Feels Like
29°C / 23°C
Rain
14days (169 mm) Wet
Sun
7.7h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
5.8 High
October best
Wet
Temp
21°C / 16°C
Feels Like
20°C / 14°C
Rain
14days (188 mm) Wet
Sun
6.5h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
4 Moderate
November
Good
Temp
16°C / 11°C
Feels Like
14°C / 8°C
Rain
10days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
3.3 Moderate
December
Fair
Temp
11°C / 5°C
Feels Like
8°C / 1°C
Rain
6days (54 mm) Good
Sun
7.3h Good
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
3 Moderate
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 9°C / 3°C 5°C / -2°C 5days (55 mm) Good 7.6h Good 64% Muggy 3.3 Moderate Poor View Details
February 10°C / 3°C 6°C / -1°C 8days (58 mm) Wet 8.1h Good 64% Muggy 4 Moderate Poor View Details
March 13°C / 7°C 10°C / 3°C 12days (130 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 71% Muggy 4.7 Moderate Fair View Details
April 17°C / 11°C 15°C / 8°C 11days (123 mm) Wet 8.6h Good 75% Muggy 5.5 High Good View Details
May best 21°C / 16°C 21°C / 14°C 12days (137 mm) Wet 8.7h Good 79% Humid 5.8 High Excellent View Details
June best 24°C / 19°C 26°C / 20°C 13days (189 mm) Wet 8.3h Good 84% Humid 6.6 High Excellent View Details
July 27°C / 23°C 32°C / 26°C 12days (152 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 87% Very Muggy 7.6 Very High Good View Details
August 29°C / 25°C 33°C / 28°C 12days (117 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 85% Humid 7.4 Very High Fair View Details
September best 26°C / 22°C 29°C / 23°C 14days (169 mm) Wet 7.7h Good 83% Humid 5.8 High Excellent View Details
October best 21°C / 16°C 20°C / 14°C 14days (188 mm) Wet 6.5h Fair 77% Humid 4 Moderate Wet View Details
November 16°C / 11°C 14°C / 8°C 10days (94 mm) Wet 7h Good 73% Muggy 3.3 Moderate Good View Details
December 11°C / 5°C 8°C / 1°C 6days (54 mm) Good 7.3h Good 67% Muggy 3 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 Yokohama, with average highs of 9°C (48°F) and around 5 rainy days. Yokohama, Japan in January has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 9.1°C (48°F). Sea temperature stays cool at
Yokohama typically sees around 5 rainy days in January with 55 mm (2.2 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Yokohama during January are cold, averaging 3°C (37°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 9°C (48°F) and lows of 3°C (37°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 Yokohama. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Yokohama during January is 3 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Yokohama gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day in January, with around 8 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Yokohama typically sees around 1 snow days in January with roughly 2 cm (1 in) of snowfall.

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