Weather in January
The Niigata city in Japan is characterized by the coldest month of January. Rain is a rare phenomenon, yet the humidity can make the 12°C (53.6°F) sea temperatures feel colder than it is. The city's daylight hours, amounting to 9.9 hours, provide a limited window for outdoor activities. Weather conditions change from December’s chill, paving the way for snowfall. Despite the cold, the weather is consistent, bringing predictability to daily life.
Note: Diving into 12°C (53.6°F) when it's under 10°C (50°F) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 16:34. On the last day of January, in Niigata, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:04 JST.
Sea temperature
In Niigata, in January, the average water temperature is 12°C (53.6°F).Note: Diving into 12°C (53.6°F) when it's under 10°C (50°F) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Niigata is 9h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 16:34. On the last day of January, in Niigata, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:04 JST.
Updated: Jan 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What is the water temperature in January in Niigata?
In January, the average sea temperature in Niigata is 12°C (53.6°F). Swimming in 12°C (53.6°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
What is the average length of the day in January in Niigata?
The average day length in January in Niigata, Japan, is 9h and 53min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Niigata?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 16:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:04 JST.
Average sea temperature in January
Niigata, Japan
- Average sea temperature in January: 12°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (9.8°C).
Average daylight in January
Niigata, Japan
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
Niigata, Japan
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