January weather forecastKobe, Japan

January

Weather in January

January ushers in the beginning of a new year in Kobe, Japan, with a blend of lower temperatures and higher humidity. Compared to December, the city experiences slightly higher temperatures, as the month is marked by a high of 7.9°C (46.2°F) and a low of 3.3°C (37.9°F). Snowfalls are more of a norm at this time of year, providing a white blanket over the city. The climatic conditions favor indoor activities, as the city transforms into a winter wonderland. Prepares for a drop in temperature in February when harsher winter begins.

Temperature

January, with an average high of 7.9°C (46.2°F) and a low of 3.3°C (37.9°F), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically collects 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 39mm (1.54") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Kobe, the average seawater temperature in January is 15°C (59°F).
Note: In water of 15°C (59°F), the majority of people do not enjoy swimming. Breathing becomes increasingly hard to manage as the temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 17:26 JST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Kobe's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 7.9°C (46.2°F) and a low of 3.3°C (37.9°F).

The average high-temperature, in January, in Kobe, is 7.9°C (46.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 3.3°C (37.9°F).

In January, the average relative humidity in Kobe, Japan, is 73%.

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.

In Kobe, Japan, during January, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 39mm (1.54") of snow.

In January, in Kobe, Japan, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout January, 39mm (1.54") of snow is accumulated.

In Kobe, Japan, the average seawater temperature in January is 15°C (59°F). Swimming in 15°C (59°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

The average day length in January is 10h and 8min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, in Kobe, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 17:26 JST.

January and February, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kobe.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Kobe, Japan, is 5h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kobe.

In Kobe, Japan, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

10.1°C

7.9°C

8.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.7km/h

16.4km/h

14.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

5.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

8.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Kobe, Japan

Average high temperature in January: 7.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.9°C).

Average low temperature in January: 3.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Kobe, Japan

Average pressure in January: 1019.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kobe, Japan

Average wind speed in January: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kobe, Japan

Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Kobe, Japan

Average rainfall in January: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (127mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (31mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kobe, Japan

Average rainfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kobe, Japan

Average snowfall in January: 39mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (39mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Kobe, Japan

Average snowfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Kobe, Japan

Average sea temperature in January: 15°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.9°C).

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

Average daylight in January: 10h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 5h

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average sunshine days in January
Kobe, Japan

Average sunshine days in January: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Kobe, Japan

Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Kobe, Japan

Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Kobe, Japan

Average visibility in January: 10km

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