January weather forecast
Minamata, Japan

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another fresh winter month in Minamata, Japan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 10.8°C (51.4°F) and 6.8°C (44.2°F).

Temperature

Minamata's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 10.8°C (51.4°F) and an average low temperature of 6.8°C (44.2°F), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Minamata. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and February are months with snowfall in Minamata. The month with the most snowfall in Minamata is January, when snow falls for 1.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Minamata is 17.5°C (63.5°F).
Note: Swimming becomes less enjoyable for most at a surface water temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F). As the temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Minamata is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 17:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:50 JST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Minamata are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Minamata?

Minamata's January weather reaches an average high of 10.8°C (51.4°F) and an average low of 6.8°C (44.2°F), making it the coldest month.

What are January temperatures in Minamata?

In Minamata, 10.8°C (51.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 6.8°C (44.2°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Minamata?

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

What is the driest month in Minamata?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Minamata, Japan. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Minamata?

In Minamata, Japan, in January, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Minamata?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of snow.

When does it start to snow in Minamata?

January is the first month it typically snows in Minamata, Japan. Throughout January, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow.

What is the sea temperature in January in Minamata?

In January, the average sea temperature in Minamata is 17.5°C (63.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Minamata have in January?

The average day length in January in Minamata is 10h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Minamata?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 17:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:50 JST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Minamata?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Minamata.

How many hours of sunshine does Minamata have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Minamata?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Minamata, Japan, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Minamata, Japan

Average temperature in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average high temperature in January: 10.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Minamata, Japan

Average pressure in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average pressure in January: 1021.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Minamata, Japan

Average wind speed in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average wind speed in January: 19.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (19.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Minamata, Japan

Average humidity in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Minamata, Japan

Average rainfall in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average rainfall in January: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (261mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Minamata, Japan

Average rainfall days in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Minamata, Japan

Average snowfall in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average snowfall in January: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Minamata, Japan

Average snowfall days in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Minamata, Japan

Average sea temperature in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in January: 17.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16.2°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Minamata, Japan

Average sunshine days in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Minamata, Japan

Average UV index in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Minamata, Japan

Average cloud cover in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Minamata, Japan

Average visibility in January - Minamata, Japan
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

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