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JapanThe weather in January in Kyōto
It's cool in January in Kyōto with an average temperature of 10°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 5°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Kyōto, Japan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 20°C in 2020, Kyōto reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 1°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -6°C to a highest value of 14°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In January, there is an average of 69 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 5,9 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in January for Kyōto
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kyōto. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Kyōto | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 10°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 11°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 69 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 12 days |
| Total snowfall | 5,9 cm | 16 cm |
| Snowy days | 2 days | 8 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Kyōto with cold temps, averaging around 11°C during the day and nights around 4°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 10°C, with nights around 3°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kyōto is around 11°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Kyōto, Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Kyōto
Temperature in January in Kyōto over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Kyōto, Japan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Kyōto
Total precipitation in January in Kyōto over the years
Daily Snowfall in January in Kyōto
Snowfall in January in Kyōto per year
Daily UV index in January in Kyōto
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kyōto, 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.
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Average weather in Kyōto by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kyōto. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.