What is the weather like in Yokohama in January?

Expect temperatures between 2°C and 9°C with 13% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Yokohama in January?

Yokohama in January scores 56/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Yokohama in January?

January in Yokohama is ideal for: Photographers, Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Yokohama Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

9°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

2°C

Coolest around day 25

Rainy Days

0days

13% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

12°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Yokohama coastline

Yokohama January Weather Calendar

Click any day to see detailed weather information

Day 1

Nice

10°C6%

Day 2

Nice

10°C5%

Day 3

Nice

10°C3%

Day 4

Cold

9°C7%

Day 5

Cold

9°C9%

Day 6

Cold

9°C14%

Day 7

Cold

9°C15%

Day 8

Cold

9°C15%

Day 9

Cold

9°C13%

Day 10

Cold

9°C15%

Day 11

Cold

9°C11%

Day 12

Cold

9°C9%

Day 13

Cold

9°C12%

Day 14

Cold

9°C13%

Day 15

Cold

9°C12%

Day 16

Cold

9°C13%

Day 17

Cold

9°C14%

Day 18

Cold

9°C13%

Day 19

Cold

9°C15%

Day 20

Cold

9°C15%

Day 21

Cold

9°C18%

Day 22

Cloudy

9°C22%

Day 23

Cloudy

9°C21%

Day 24

Cold

8°C20%

Day 25

Cloudy

9°C21%

Day 26

Cold

9°C18%

Day 27

Cold

9°C15%

Day 28

Cold

9°C15%

Day 29

Cold

9°C13%

Day 30

Cold

9°C10%

Day 31

Cold

9°C12%

Essential Travel Info for Yokohama

🗓️ Best Time to Visit 📖 Travel Guide 🍴 Food Guide

Currency

JPY

¥ Japanese yen

Language

Japanese

Driving

Left side

Connect

Chinatown offers free WiFi under the net...

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.336

Travel Intelligence

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Airport-to-Airport Logistics

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

85/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Mar

Low

Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

687

Jan

692

Feb

695

Mar

636

Apr

631

May

548

Jun

483

Jul

624

Aug

624

Sep

624

Oct

624

Nov

624

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Fukuoka (FUK)

Chitose / Tomakomai New Chitose (CTS)

Naha (OKA)

Osaka (ITM)

Kagoshima (KOJ)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

8 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Japan. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Japan.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Japan.If rabies exposures occur while in Japan, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Yokohama?

👌Good option with minor considerations(56/100)

Short Answer

January brings storm season risk to Yokohama. While typical weather is 9°C with 13% rain, plan for potential disruptions and secure cancellation-friendly bookings.

Decision Factors

Typhoon season active

Western Pacific zone - expect potential typhoon activity

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

79 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Peak tourist season

99% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Excellent dry conditions

Only 13% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Cold sea - swimming challenging

12°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Good For

📸
Photographers
7.4h sunshine, 58% clear skies for golden hour shots
🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 9°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 12°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
💼
Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Yokohama in January averages 9°C with 13% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Yokohama in January

What are the temperatures in Yokohama in January?

Daytime highs average 9°C, nights drop to 2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Yokohama in January?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Yokohama in January?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is January peak season in Yokohama?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Yokohama Weather in January

Sea Temperature in January

Yokohama January Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Yokohama

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Japanese Encephalitis

Measles

Rabies

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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