January 3 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Kamakura. With minimal rain risk (5%) and pleasant highs of 10°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in Kamakura this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Kamakura
Currency
JPY
¥ Japanese yen
Language
Japanese
Driving
Left side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.336
Kamakura Weather Forecast for January 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 9.5°C. 5% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Kamakura in January
Based on historical data for January 3, Kamakura typically experiences temperatures between 3.2°C and 9.5°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (5% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Kamakura
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
9.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
6.8°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
5%
Avg 0.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~5% chance
Pressure
1016 hPa
Medium volatility
Kamakura Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 98% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
2.4°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Japan
Flight Traffic
Busy
70/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~688
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Kamakura
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:52
☀️ Noon
11:47
🌇 Sunset
16:42
⏱️ Daylight
9h 50m
Wind Speed
19 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
61%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Kamakura
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Very high seismic risk. Ring of Fire territory.
Typhoon Risk
Year-round risk present
Volcanic Activity
Nearest: Mount Fuji
74.5km away
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Kamakura on January 3 averages 9.5°C with a 5% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 71/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Kamakura Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 27
10°C • 9% rain
Score
74
December 28
10°C • 10% rain
Score
74
December 29
10°C • 12% rain
Score
74
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📍 Is Kamakura Worth Visiting on January 3?
Planning a trip to Kamakura on January 3? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 9.5°C with a 5% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 688 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Japan, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 17°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.54m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 15.1°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 1.1°C in 2020.