January weather forecast
Ofunato, Japan

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Ofunato, Japan, with an average temperature varying between 1.8°C (35.2°F) and -2.7°C (27.1°F).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 1.8°C (35.2°F) and a minimum temperature of -2.7°C (27.1°F).

Humidity

In Ofunato, Japan, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ofunato, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ofunato, there are 152.7 rainfall days, and 882mm (34.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Ofunato, Japan, during January, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of snow. Throughout the year, in Ofunato, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 238mm (9.37") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Ofunato, the average seawater temperature in January is 9.5°C (49.1°F).
Note: Dipping into 9.5°C (49.1°F) below 10°C (50°F) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 13°C (55.4°F) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ofunato is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 16:20. On the last day of January, in Ofunato, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 16:51 JST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Ofunato?

Ofunato experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 1.8°C (35.2°F) and a minimum of -2.7°C (27.1°F).

How cold is it in Ofunato in January?

During January, Ofunato experiences an average high-temperature of 1.8°C (35.2°F) and a low-temperature of -2.7°C (27.1°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Ofunato?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How much does it rain in Ofunato in January?

In Ofunato, Japan, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ofunato in January?

In Ofunato, in January, during 8.8 snowfall days, 51mm (2.01") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Ofunato?

In Ofunato, in January, the average water temperature is 9.5°C (49.1°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Ofunato have in January?

In Ofunato, Japan, the average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ofunato?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 16:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 16:51 JST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ofunato have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Ofunato?

In Ofunato, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average temperature in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average high temperature in January: 1.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-2.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average pressure in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1009.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average wind speed in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average wind speed in January: 19.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.7km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average humidity in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average rainfall in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average rainfall in January: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (147mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average rainfall days in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average snowfall in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average snowfall in January: 51mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (74mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average snowfall days in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average sea temperature in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in January: 9.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average sunshine days in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average UV index in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ofunato, Japan

Average cloud cover in January - Ofunato, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in January
Ofunato, Japan

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (8km).

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