Japan Nagoya Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Nagoya is moderate
Nagoya Weather in January — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 9° / 1°
- Rainfall
- 50mm · 7 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Nagoya in January averages a high of 9°C and low of 1°C with 50mm of rain over about 7 days. Cold + dry. Heavy coat + sweater + thermal layers.
January is moderate for Nagoya.
Cold + clear days. Shirakawa-go snow most magical. Hatsumode (New Year shrine visits) at Atsuta Shrine.
Travel score
Nagoya January Weather Stats
Avg High
9°C
Avg Low
1°C
Rainy Days
7
50mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
moderate
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 20
Sea Temp
12°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
7°C
Nighttime
-1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 20 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Shirakawa-go snow village magical
- Hotels affordable
- Clear skies + dry
- Hatsumode atmospheric
Cons
- 1-9°C cold
- Daylight 10h
- Castle Honmaru cold (no heating in old palace)
January Events & Festivals
- New Year shrine visits (Hatsumode)
- Shirakawa-go snow magical
Nagoya in January — Full Picture
Cold + clear days. Shirakawa-go snow most magical. Hatsumode (New Year shrine visits) at Atsuta Shrine.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cold + dry. Heavy coat + sweater + thermal layers.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
9°C
10/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
30.3°C
22°C
11/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22°C
14°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current10°C
1.7°C
7/mo
Nagoya Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9° | 1° | 7d·50mm | 5h | 60% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 10° | 1° | 7d·60mm | 6h | 60% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| March (Best) | 14° | 4° | 10d·110mm | 7h | 65% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 19° | 9° | 10d·130mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 23° | 14° | 10d·130mm | 7h | 70% | 6 | Busy | Peak | |
| 27° | 19° | 13d·220mm | 5h | 75% | 7 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 23° | 11d·200mm | 6h | 75% | 8 | Busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 24° | 9d·130mm | 7h | 73% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 20° | 10d·250mm | 5h | 75% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 22° | 14° | 7d·130mm | 6h | 73% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 16° | 8° | 7d·90mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Busy | Peak |
| 11° | 3° | 7d·50mm | 5h | 60% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Nagoya?
Nagoya in January is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Nagoya in January?
Nagoya January averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C.
Does it rain much in Nagoya in January?
Nagoya January averages 50mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Nagoya in January?
Cold + dry. Heavy coat + sweater + thermal layers.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Nagoya in January?
Nagoya January sunrise is 07:00 and sunset is 17:00, with 10h of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Nagoya in January?
Nagoya January air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Nagoya in January?
In January, Nagoya is great for Shirakawa-go snow village, Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine Hatsumode.
Is January peak season in Nagoya?
Nagoya 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.