Japan Fukuoka Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Fukuoka is moderate
January is moderate for Fukuoka.
Coldest month + lowest crowds. Hatsumode (New Year shrine visits) at Kushida + Dazaifu. Onsen perfect.
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Fukuoka January Weather Stats
Avg High
10°C
Avg Low
3°C
Rainy Days
9
75mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
14°C
no swimming
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
8°C
Nighttime
1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lowest crowds + cheapest hotels
- Onsen + hot pot season
- Hatsumode atmospheric
- Clear skies
Cons
- 3-10°C cold
- Daylight 10h
- Some businesses closed Jan 1-3
January Events & Festivals
- New Year shrine visits (Hatsumode)
- Mentaiko Festival (late January)
Fukuoka in January — Full Picture
Coldest month + lowest crowds. Hatsumode (New Year shrine visits) at Kushida + Dazaifu. Onsen perfect.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cold + dry. Warm coat + sweater + scarf.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19°C
11°C
10/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
22.7°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22.7°C
15.7°C
8.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current11°C
4°C
8.7/mo
Fukuoka Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | 3° | 9d·75mm | 4h | 65% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 4° | 8d·70mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| March (Best) | 15° | 7° | 10d·110mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 19° | 11° | 10d·110mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 23° | 15° | 10d·130mm | 7h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak | |
| 26° | 19° | 14d·280mm | 5h | 75% | 7 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·320mm | 5h | 75% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 25° | 9d·175mm | 6h | 73% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 21° | 11d·175mm | 6h | 70% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 23° | 16° | 7d·80mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 17° | 10° | 8d·90mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Busy | Peak |
| 12° | 5° | 9d·75mm | 5h | 65% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Fukuoka?
Fukuoka in January is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Fukuoka in January?
Fukuoka January averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C.
Does it rain much in Fukuoka in January?
Fukuoka January averages 75mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Fukuoka in January?
Cold + dry. Warm coat + sweater + scarf.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Fukuoka in January?
Fukuoka January sunrise is 07:25 and sunset is 17:25, with 10h of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Fukuoka in January?
Fukuoka January air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Fukuoka in January?
In January, Fukuoka is great for Yufuin onsen, Hakata yatai, Motsunabe + mizutaki.
Is January peak season in Fukuoka?
Fukuoka January crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.