Osaka Weather in January

What January feels like in Osaka

January is the coldest stretch of winter in Osaka. The daytime air has a chill to it, though it is rarely bitter. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cold, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.

Rain in Osaka in January

Most days stay dry; rain arrives about one day in 5. Each rainy day adds about 8.5 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 12.7 mm per rainy day. January is Osaka's driest month of the year.

Daylight and sunshine in January

Mid-month, Osaka gets 10 h 4 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:05 am to sunset near 5:09 pm. The days are stretching out — 13 min more daylight than mid-December. About 78% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.

How January compares to the rest of the year

In Osaka's temperature order, January sits as the coolest month. Compared with December, afternoons are 2.4°C (4.3°F) cooler, with 14 mm less rain. This is the low point, and February starts to warm up. By February, typical highs are 9.7°C (49.5°F).

Who January suits

• Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
• Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
• Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.

Tips for visiting Osaka in January

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