Normal weather for Kamikōchi in January
It's cold in January in Kamikōchi with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 8°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -3°C and 1°C.
In January, there is an average of 63 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 37 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Kamikōchi in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
7°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
8°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
5°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
63 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
10 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
37 cm | 0,8 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
15 days | 1 day | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Kamikōchi with cold temperatures, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights close to -1°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature drops to around 7°C, with nights close to -1°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kamikōchi will be around 7°C, with nights close to -1°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
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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.
Temperature records for Kamikōchi in January
With 18°C, Kamikōchi hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -5°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -13°C to a high of 10°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Kamikōchi
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Kamikōchi, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Kamikōchi
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Kamikōchi, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 10 days of rain in Kamikōchi.
Daily Snowfall in January in Kamikōchi
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Kamikōchi, measured in centimetres. 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 UV Index in January in Kamikōchi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kamikōchi, 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.
Temperature in January in Kamikōchi Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Kamikōchi, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Kamikōchi Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Kamikōchi, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Kamikōchi per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Kamikōchi, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in January for Kamikōchi
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Average Weather in Kamikōchi by Month
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