January weather forecast
Ishigaki, Japan

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Weather in January

January sees the year's arrival in Ishigaki, Japan, with weather that is relatively cool and wet. Humidity hovers around high levels of 76%. Upholding a consistent breeze, the wind blows at approximately 30.8km/h (19.1mph) while gusts reach speeds of up to 38.9km/h (24.2mph). As one of the cloudiest months of the year, January provides a distinct lack of sunshine, with just 4.8 hours on average per day. During this time, the sea temperatures are fairly comfortable allowing individuals to participate in water-related activities, despite the increased rainfall.

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 20.6°C (69.1°F) and a low of 18.7°C (65.7°F), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Ishigaki, in January, during 20.8 rainfall days, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ishigaki, Japan, there are 228 rainfall days, and 1184mm (46.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Ishigaki are January and February, with an average sea temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).
Note: Your comfort in 23°C (73.4°F) waters hinges on your relationship with the cold, today's sunny disposition, wind patterns, and the air's temperature. For context, Olympic swimmers are no strangers to waters of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ishigaki, Japan, is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:27 JST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Ishigaki. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in January interprets into the following advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Stay alert! Reflective properties of sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Ishigaki?

In Ishigaki, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 20.6°C (69.1°F) and reaching a low of 18.7°C (65.7°F).

What are the temperatures in Ishigaki in January?

The high-temperature in Ishigaki, Japan, during January is 20.6°C (69.1°F) and the low-temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F).

What is the least humid month in Ishigaki?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Ishigaki?

The average relative humidity in January in Ishigaki, Japan, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Ishigaki in January?

In January, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout January, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

What months are the sea coldest in Ishigaki?

January and February, with an average sea temperature of 23°C (73.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Ishigaki, Japan.

What is the sea temperature in January in Ishigaki?

In Ishigaki, the average seawater temperature in January is 23°C (73.4°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 23°C (73.4°F) water may be enjoyable.

What is the average length of the day in January in Ishigaki?

In Ishigaki, the average day length in January is 10h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ishigaki?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, in Ishigaki, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:27 JST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ishigaki have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ishigaki, Japan, is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ishigaki?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Ishigaki?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Ishigaki, Japan, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average temperature in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (28.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°C).

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Average pressure in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average pressure in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average pressure in January: 1020.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1005.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average wind speed in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average wind speed in January: 30.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (32.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (20.4km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average humidity in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average rainfall in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average rainfall in January: 80mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (217mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (50mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average rainfall days in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (16.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average sea temperature in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in January: 23°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (23°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average sunshine days in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average UV index in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average cloud cover in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in January
Ishigaki, Japan

Average visibility in January - Ishigaki, Japan
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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