January weather forecast
Nikko, Japan

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Weather in January

Experiencing winter's grip, Nikko, Japan, witnesses its coldest month in January. The city's weather scenario involves a combination of cold waves, plenty of snow, and shorter days. The mercury plunges to a chilly -4.3°C (24.3°F) at night and manages just 2.8°C (37°F) during the day. Despite these conditions, Nikko's beauty gets a new dimension with blankets of fresh powder snow, making it a paradise for snow lovers. However, the cold necessitates suitable gear for comfort during outdoor activities.

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 2.8°C (37°F) and a low of -4.3°C (24.3°F), is recognized as the coldest in Nikko.

Humidity

January and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Nikko, in January, during 12.8 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nikko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 226.7 days and collects up to 1238mm (48.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18.6 days and accumulates 191mm (7.52") of snow.

Daylight

In Nikko, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January in Nikko, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:04 JST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Nikko?

Nikko's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 2.8°C (37°F) and lows of -4.3°C (24.3°F).

How cold is it in Nikko in January?

During January, Nikko experiences an average high-temperature of 2.8°C (37°F) and a low-temperature of -4.3°C (24.3°F).

What is the least humid month in Nikko?

The months with the lowest humidity in Nikko are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in January in Nikko?

The average relative humidity in January in Nikko, Japan, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Nikko in January?

In Nikko, Japan, in January, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 54mm (2.13") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Nikko?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Nikko. Snow falls for 18.6 days and accumulates 191mm (7.52") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Nikko?

In Nikko, Japan, in January, snow falls for 18.6 days, with typically accumulated 191mm (7.52") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nikko have in January?

In January, the average day length in Nikko, Japan, is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Nikko?

On the first day of January in Nikko, Japan, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:04 JST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nikko have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Nikko, Japan, is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Nikko?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Nikko, Japan.

How high is the UV index in January in Nikko?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Nikko, Japan, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Nikko, Japan

Average temperature in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Nikko, Japan

Average pressure in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Nikko, Japan

Average wind speed in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Nikko, Japan

Average humidity in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Nikko, Japan

Average rainfall in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average rainfall in January: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (178mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (41mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Nikko, Japan

Average rainfall days in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Nikko, Japan

Average snowfall in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average snowfall in January: 191mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (191mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Nikko, Japan

Average snowfall days in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Nikko, Japan

Average sunshine days in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (10.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (3.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Nikko, Japan

Average UV index in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Nikko, Japan

Average cloud cover in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in January: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Nikko, Japan

Average visibility in January - Nikko, Japan
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (8km).

Nikko, Japan

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