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Weather in Nikkō for January 2026

Your guide to Nikkō weather in January - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Nikkō typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 9 snowy days.
    According to Nikkō snow forecast for January 2026, 1 snowy day is expected until the end of the month at Thursday, 29 January.

    • Temperatures

  • Until now, January 2026 in Nikkō is slightly cooler than the historical average by -1 °C.

  • The forecast for the upcoming days in Nikkō predicts a temperature of 4.7 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Nikkō at the beginning of January is 6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 3.9 °C by the end of January.

    • More

  • Is January a good time to visit Nikkō? check out the best time to travel to Nikkō page.

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Average dry days
17
Dry days
Average rainy days
5
Rainy days
Average snowy days
9
Snow days
Average temperatures
6°/-3°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
13 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
62 %
Avg humidity

Nikkō Weather January

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December
February
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Light freezing rain
6°
2
Partly cloudy
6°
3
Overcast
5°
4
Light freezing rain
6°
5
Sunny
6°
6
Patchy rain possible
7°
7
Light drizzle
6°
8
Patchy moderate snow
3°
9
Sunny
6°
10
Patchy rain possible
6°
11
Overcast
5°
12
Sunny
6°
13
Moderate or heavy snow showers
7°
14
Sunny
5°
15
Patchy light snow
7°
16
Patchy heavy snow
4°
17
Sunny
7°
18
Overcast
8°
19
Partly cloudy
7°
20
Light sleet
8°
21
Moderate rain
5°
22
Light snow
4°
23
Heavy snow
6°
24
Moderate or heavy snow showers
4°
25
Patchy moderate snow
3°
26
Light freezing rain
4°
27
Sunny
6°
28
Sunny
5°
29
Sunny
4°
30
Light freezing rain
2°
31
Patchy rain possible
3°

Temperatures trend during January in Nikkō

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

January weather in Nikkō day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 6° /-3° 0.1 mm 0 cm
2 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 6° /-4° 0.4 mm 0.3 cm
3 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 5° /-3° 1.9 mm 1.3 cm
4 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 6° /-5° 0.1 mm 0.1 cm
5 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 6° /-4° 0.3 mm 0 cm
6 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 7° /-3° 3.5 mm 0 cm
7 Jan. Light drizzle
Light drizzle
 6° /-3° 1.9 mm 0.1 cm
8 Jan. Patchy moderate snow
Patchy moderate snow
 3° /-5° 0.6 mm 0.4 cm
9 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 6° /-6° 0.1 mm 0 cm
10 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 6° /-5° 0.7 mm 0.4 cm
11 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 5° /-5° 1.4 mm 0.7 cm
12 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 6° /-5° 0.3 mm 0.2 cm
13 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 7° /-5° 2 mm 1.4 cm
14 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 5° /-5° 0 mm 0 cm
15 Jan. Patchy light snow
Patchy light snow
 7° /-4° 0.4 mm 0 cm
16 Jan. Patchy heavy snow
Patchy heavy snow
 4° /-4° 0.9 mm 0.3 cm
17 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 7° /-4° 0 mm 0 cm
18 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 8° /-4° 0 mm 0 cm
19 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 7° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
20 Jan. Light sleet
Light sleet
 8° /-1° 1.6 mm 0 cm
21 Jan. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 5° /-3° 18.5 mm 0 cm
22 Jan. Light snow
Light snow
 4° /-3° 1.4 mm 0.2 cm
23 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 6° /-5° 2.2 mm 1.5 cm
24 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 4° /-5° 1.1 mm 0.5 cm
25 Jan. Patchy moderate snow
Patchy moderate snow
 3° /-5° 0.9 mm 0.4 cm
26 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 4° /-5° 0.1 mm 0 cm
27 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 6° /-5° 0 mm 0 cm
28 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 5° /-5° 0 mm 0 cm
29 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 4° /-6° 0.1 mm 0 cm
30 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 2° /-6° 0.3 mm 0 cm
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 3° /-5° 0.4 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Nikkō in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Nikkō forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Nikkō weather in January vs December vs February

Compare January weather in Nikkō with the previous and following months. See how temperature, rainfall, wind, and other conditions change throughout the year to help you plan your visit.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
WeatherPatchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Moderate snow
Moderate snow
Moderate snow
Moderate snow
Temperatures8°/-1°6°/-3°6°/-4°
Rainfall18 mm56 mm47 mm
Snowfall1 cm9 cm17 cm
Wind10.9 km/h12.9 km/h13.1 km/h
Humidity64%62%64%
Rainy days3 days5 days2 days
Snow days3 days9 days17 days
Dry days25 days17 days10 days

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Nikkō in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Nikkō during January?

Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below -3°.

How much rainfall should be expected in Nikkō during January?

Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Nikkō during January, with a total of 56.2 mm spread over approximately 5 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

Will it snow in Nikkō in January 2026?

Nikkō experiences an average snowfall of 8.755 cm during January, occurring over 9 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Nikkō during January?

The average wind speed in Nikkō during January is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Nikkō in January?

As you prepare for your trip to Nikkō in January, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Nikkō, during January, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

  • Clothing
    • Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
    • Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
    • Thermal Wear: Base layers for cold destinations
    • All-Weather Jacket: Waterproof and breathable
  • Footwear
    • Waterproof Shoes
    • Insulated Boots: For snowy and extremely cold temperatures
  • Accessories
    • Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
    • Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
    • Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
    • Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days

Nikkō snow forecast January 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Nikkō’s snowy potential this January ❄️
On average, Nikkō sees 9 snowy days during January, with approximately 8.8 cm of total snowfall.

January rainfall patterns in Nikkō

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Nikkōs January weather 💧
Typically, Nikkō has 5 rainy days in January with a total of 56.2 mm of rainfall.

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