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JapanThe weather in January in Shōwa
It's cool in January in Shōwa with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 12°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 Shōwa, 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 19°C in 2017, Shōwa reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -1°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -5°C to a highest value of 13°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In January, there is an average of 87 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,6 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in January for Shōwa
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Shōwa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Shōwa | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 11°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 12°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 12 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,6 cm | 16 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 8 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Shōwa with cool temps, averaging around 12°C during the day and nights around 4°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 11°C, with nights around 4°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 Shōwa 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 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Shōwa, Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Shōwa
Temperature in January in Shōwa over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Shōwa, 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 Shōwa
Total precipitation in January in Shōwa over the years
Daily Snowfall in January in Shōwa
Snowfall in January in Shōwa per year
Daily UV index in January in Shōwa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Shōwa, 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 Shōwa by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Shōwa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.