January weather forecast
Nagasaki, Japan

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Weather in January

January in Nagasaki, Japan ushers in the new year with an average high temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F) and a low temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F). This month is significantly colder compared to the temperatures experienced in December of the previous year. Snowfalls are rather infrequent but could still be expected, with an average snowfall of 20mm (0.79") and 1.2 snowfall days occurring. Notably though, the daylight hours are beginning to lengthen, heralding the gradual but sure approach of spring. As January transitions into February, expect a slight shift as temperatures climb a bit higher.

Temperature

January stands out as Nagasaki's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 10.4°C (50.7°F) and a low of 3.8°C (38.8°F).

Humidity

In Nagasaki, the average relative humidity in January is 66%.

Rainfall

In Nagasaki, during January, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation. In Nagasaki, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.7 days and collects up to 1858mm (73.15") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Nagasaki, the average seawater temperature in January is 16.6°C (61.9°F).
Note: Swimming in 16.6°C (61.9°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Nagasaki is 10h and 16min.
On the first day of January in Nagasaki, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 17:51 JST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Nagasaki.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Nagasaki. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Nagasaki?

Temperature records in Nagasaki mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 10.4°C (50.7°F) and lows at 3.8°C (38.8°F).

What are the temperatures in Nagasaki in January?

During January, Nagasaki experiences an average high-temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F) and a low-temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Nagasaki?

The average relative humidity in January in Nagasaki, Japan, is 66%.

How many days does it rain in January in Nagasaki?

In Nagasaki, during January, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Nagasaki?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of snow.

How much does it snow in Nagasaki in January?

In January, in Nagasaki, Japan, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout January, 20mm (0.79") of snow is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in January in Nagasaki?

In January, the average sea temperature is 16.6°C (61.9°F). For most, swimming in 16.6°C (61.9°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in January in Nagasaki?

In Nagasaki, Japan, the average day length in January is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Nagasaki?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 17:51 JST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Nagasaki?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Nagasaki, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Nagasaki?

The average sunshine duration in January in Nagasaki, Japan, is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Nagasaki?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in January in Nagasaki?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Nagasaki, Japan, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Nagasaki, Japan

Average temperature in January - Nagasaki, Japan
  • Average high temperature in January: 10.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.8°C).

Average humidity in January
Nagasaki, Japan

Average humidity in January - Nagasaki, Japan
  • Average humidity in January: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (64%).

Average rainfall in January
Nagasaki, Japan

Average rainfall in January - Nagasaki, Japan
  • Average rainfall in January: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (314.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (60.8mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Nagasaki, Japan

Average rainfall days in January - Nagasaki, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Nagasaki, Japan

Average snowfall in January - Nagasaki, Japan
  • Average snowfall in January: 20mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (20mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Nagasaki, Japan

Average snowfall days in January - Nagasaki, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Nagasaki, Japan

Average sea temperature in January - Nagasaki, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in January: 16.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.3°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nagasaki, Japan

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nagasaki, Japan
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average UV index in January
Nagasaki, Japan

Average UV index in January - Nagasaki, Japan
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Nagasaki, Japan

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