January weather forecast
Akita, Japan

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Weather in January

January in Akita, Japan braves typical winter weather conditions of a cold start of the year. The month rythms through temperatures ranging from -1.3°C (29.7°F) and reaching up to 1.8°C (35.2°F). The city encounters frequent snowfall, adding a layer of winter coat to the natural wonders. Compared to December, January experiences a reduction in daylight hours from 9.7 hours. As Akita shifts from January to February, locals prepare for similar colder temperatures with an uptick in daylight hours.

Temperature

Akita's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 1.8°C (35.2°F) and lows of -1.3°C (29.7°F).

Humidity

In Akita, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Akita, during January, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 102mm (4.02") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.8 rainfall days, and 1156mm (45.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Akita. The month with the most snowfall in Akita is January, when snow falls for 20.9 days and typically aggregates up to 259mm (10.2") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Akita, in January, the average water temperature is 10.9°C (51.6°F).
Note: If planning to swim in 10.9°C (51.6°F) under 10°C (50°F), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 13°C (55.4°F) is not much warmer.

Daylight

In Akita, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 16:56 JST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jan 31, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Akita?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 1.8°C (35.2°F) and a low of -1.3°C (29.7°F).

How cold is January in Akita?

Akita in January has an average high-temperature of 1.8°C (35.2°F) and an average low-temperature of -1.3°C (29.7°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Akita?

In Akita, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in Akita in January?

In Akita, Japan, during January, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 102mm (4.02") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Akita?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 20.9 days and typically aggregates up to 259mm (10.2") of snow.

How much does it snow in Akita in January?

In January, in Akita, it is snowing for 20.9 days. Throughout January, 259mm (10.2") of snow is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Akita?

In Akita, the average seawater temperature in January is 10.9°C (51.6°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Akita have in January?

In January, the average day length in Akita is 9h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Akita?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, in Akita, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 16:56 JST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Akita?

The month with the least sunshine in Akita is January, with an average of 1.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Akita?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Akita is 1.4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Akita, Japan, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Akita?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Akita is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Akita, Japan

Average temperature in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average high temperature in January: 1.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -1.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Akita, Japan

Average pressure in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Akita, Japan

Average wind speed in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average wind speed in January: 22.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (23.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Akita, Japan

Average humidity in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Akita, Japan

Average rainfall in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average rainfall in January: 102mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (137mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (56mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Akita, Japan

Average rainfall days in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Akita, Japan

Average snowfall in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average snowfall in January: 259mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (259mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Akita, Japan

Average snowfall days in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Akita, Japan

Average sea temperature in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in January: 10.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (9°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Akita, Japan

Average sunshine days in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in January: 1.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Akita, Japan

Average UV index in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Akita, Japan

Average cloud cover in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in January: 86

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 86).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Akita, Japan

Average visibility in January - Akita, Japan
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

Akita, Japan

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