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Weather in Wakayama for January 2026

Your guide to Wakayama weather in January - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • With an average of 4 snowy days, Wakayama usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
    According to Wakayama snow forecast for January 2026, 2 snowy days are expected until the end of the month. The closest date with snow is Friday, 30 January.

    • Temperatures

  • Until now, January 2026 in Wakayama is slightly cooler than the historical average by -0.6 °C.

  • The forecast for the upcoming days in Wakayama predicts a temperature of 7.6 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Wakayama at the beginning of January is 9.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 7.3 °C by the end of January.

    • More

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

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Average dry days
14
Dry days
Average rainy days
13
Rainy days
Average snowy days
4
Snow days
Average temperatures
9°/4°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
25 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
64 %
Avg humidity

Wakayama Weather January

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

Temperatures trend during January in Wakayama

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

January weather in Wakayama day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /4° 0.5 mm 0 cm
2 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 9° /4° 1.4 mm 0.7 cm
3 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 9° /4° 1.4 mm 0.4 cm
4 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /4° 0.8 mm 0 cm
5 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 10° /5° 0.3 mm 0 cm
6 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 10° /5° 10.3 mm 0 cm
7 Jan. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 9° /3° 0.7 mm 0 cm
8 Jan. Patchy light snow
Patchy light snow
 7° /2° 1.7 mm 0 cm
9 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 7° /1° 0.9 mm 0.4 cm
10 Jan. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 9° /2° 1.5 mm 0.2 cm
11 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 9° /3° 0.9 mm 0.2 cm
12 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /3° 0.4 mm 0 cm
13 Jan. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 10° /3° 1.3 mm 0 cm
14 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 10° /3° 0 mm 0 cm
15 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 10° /4° 2 mm 0 cm
16 Jan. Light sleet
Light sleet
 9° /4° 0.3 mm 0 cm
17 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 10° /3° 0.1 mm 0 cm
18 Jan. Light drizzle
Light drizzle
 9° /4° 1.5 mm 0 cm
19 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 11° /4° 0.2 mm 0 cm
20 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 11° /5° 2.5 mm 0 cm
21 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 11° /4° 3.2 mm 0 cm
22 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /3° 0.9 mm 0.1 cm
23 Jan. Patchy light snow
Patchy light snow
 8° /3° 0.2 mm 0 cm
24 Jan. Light sleet showers
Light sleet showers
 8° /3° 1.8 mm 0 cm
25 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 7° /3° 1 mm 0.1 cm
26 Jan. Light snow showers
Light snow showers
 7° /2° 0.6 mm 0 cm
27 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /3° 0.7 mm 0 cm
28 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 7° /4° 0.3 mm 0 cm
29 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /4° 0.8 mm 0 cm
30 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 6° /3° 2.1 mm 0.4 cm
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 7° /1° 0.2 mm 0.1 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wakayama 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 Wakayama forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Wakayama weather in January vs December vs February

Compare January weather in Wakayama 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
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Temperatures10°/6°9°/4°9°/4°
Rainfall39 mm49 mm84 mm
Snowfall0 cm1 cm3 cm
Wind25.5 km/h25.3 km/h27.4 km/h
Humidity63%64%67%
Rainy days13 days13 days14 days
Snow days0 days4 days7 days
Dry days18 days14 days8 days

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Wakayama in January - FAQ

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

Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 9° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.

How much rainfall should be expected in Wakayama during January?

In January, Wakayama can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 48.7 mm across approximately 13 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.

Will it snow in Wakayama in January 2026?

Wakayama experiences an average snowfall of 1.385 cm during January, occurring over 4 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Wakayama during January?

The average wind speed in Wakayama during January is 25 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Wakayama in January?

As you prepare for your trip to Wakayama 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 Wakayama, during January, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

  • Clothing
    • Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
    • Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
  • Footwear
    • Waterproof Shoes
  • 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

Wakayama snow forecast January 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Wakayama’s snowy potential this January ❄️
On average, Wakayama sees 4 snowy days during January, with approximately 1.4 cm of total snowfall.

January rainfall patterns in Wakayama

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Wakayamas January weather 💧
Typically, Wakayama has 13 rainy days in January with a total of 48.7 mm of rainfall.
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