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Normal weather for Kagoshima in January

It's cool in January in Kagoshima with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 8°C.

In January, there is an average of 74 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,1 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northwest.

Kagoshima in January

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Temperature Average Temperature
14°C 5°C
Sun High Temp
16°C 11°C
Sun Low Temp
12°C 1°C
Rain Total Precipitation
74 mm 97 mm
Rain Rainy Days
11 days 12 days
Snow Total Snowfall
1,1 cm 16 cm
Snow Snowy Days
1 day 8 days

Start of January

The month of January starts in Kagoshima with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 6°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.

Mid January

By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 14°C, with nights around 6°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.

End of January

By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kagoshima is around 14°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

Temperature records for Kagoshima in January

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Daily Temperature in January in Kagoshima

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Kagoshima, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in January in Kagoshima

Daily Precipitation in January in Kagoshima

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Kagoshima, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Kagoshima.

Daily Precipitation in January in Kagoshima

Daily Snowfall in January in Kagoshima

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Kagoshima, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.

Daily Snowfall in January in Kagoshima

Daily UV Index in January in Kagoshima

This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kagoshima, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in January in Kagoshima

Temperature in January in Kagoshima Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in January in Kagoshima, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in January in Kagoshima Over the Years

Total Precipitation in January in Kagoshima Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Kagoshima, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in January in Kagoshima Over the Years

Snowfall in January in Kagoshima per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Kagoshima, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in January in Kagoshima over the past years

Daily Climate in January for Kagoshima

Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kagoshima. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

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Average Weather in Kagoshima by Month

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