January 9 is generally a great time to visit Nikko. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 5°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Nikko this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Nikko
Currency
JPY
¥ Japanese yen
Language
Japanese
Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.336
Nikko Weather Forecast for January 9
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 4.9°C. 19% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Nikko in January
Based on historical data for January 9, Nikko typically experiences temperatures between -3.4°C and 4.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Nikko
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
4.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-3.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
2.2°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
19%
Avg 0.9mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.7 cm
~19% chance
Pressure
1014.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Nikko Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% 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
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-0.9°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
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
~692
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Nikko
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:55
☀️ Noon
11:49
🌇 Sunset
16:43
⏱️ Daylight
9h 47m
Wind Speed
11.8 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
7.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
66%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Nikko
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 excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Very high seismic risk. Ring of Fire territory.
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, Nikko on January 9 averages 4.9°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 38/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Nikko Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 3
5.3°C • 14% rain
Score
47
January 12
4.8°C • 14% rain
Score
44
January 2
5.4°C • 16% rain
Score
43
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Nikko Worth Visiting on January 9?
Planning a trip to Nikko on January 9? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 4.9°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 692 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Japan, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 9 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 9.6°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to -8.9°C in 2019.