January 2 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Tokyo. With minimal rain risk (7%) and pleasant highs of 9°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Tokyo is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Tokyo
Currency
JPY
¥ Japanese yen
Language
Japanese
Driving
Left side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.336
Tokyo Weather Forecast for January 2
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 9.3°C. 7% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Tokyo in January
Based on historical data for January 2, Tokyo typically experiences temperatures between 0.2°C and 9.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (7% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Tokyo
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
9.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
0.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
6.4°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Rain Chance
7%
Avg 0.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
31%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.5 hPa
Medium volatility
Tokyo Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% 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
3.3°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
71/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~693
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Tokyo
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:52
☀️ Noon
11:46
🌇 Sunset
16:40
⏱️ Daylight
9h 47m
Wind Speed
21.4 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
7.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
66%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Tokyo
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.
Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Very high seismic risk. Ring of Fire territory.
Typhoon Risk
Year-round risk present
Volcanic Activity
Nearest: Mount Fuji
90.6km 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, Tokyo on January 2 averages 9.3°C with a 7% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 66/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Tokyo Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 26
9.8°C • 10% rain
Score
70
December 27
9.5°C • 10% rain
Score
69
January 1
9.3°C • 6% rain
Score
67
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📍 Is Tokyo Worth Visiting on January 2?
Planning a trip to Tokyo on January 2? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 9.3°C with a 7% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 693 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 10.5°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.54m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 2 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 11.8°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -3.3°C in 2021.