Japan Yokohama Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Yokohama is good
Yokohama Weather in January — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 10° / 2°
- Rainfall
- 55mm · 5 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Yokohama in January averages a high of 10°C and low of 2°C with 55mm of rain over about 5 days. Heavy coat, scarf, gloves. Yokohama runs about 0.5-1°C warmer than Tokyo but the seafront at Minato Mirai and Yamashita Park feels much colder thanks to bay wind. Layer thermal base + knit + windproof shell. Air is dry — pack lip balm and hand cream.
January is good for Yokohama.
January is Yokohama's quietest tourist month — Minato Mirai, Chinatown, and the Red Brick Warehouse are all walkable without crowds. Average 10°C high / 2°C low make it slightly milder than Tokyo. The bayfront at Yamashita Park and the Osanbashi Pier feels noticeably colder than the inland readings suggest because of the wind off Tokyo Bay, so a windproof outer layer matters.
Flights and hotels hit their annual lows. Business hotels around Yokohama Station and Minato Mirai run $45-65/night, and 4-star bayfront properties drop to $80-130/night — roughly 80% of Tokyo's equivalent pricing. If you're combining Tokyo + Yokohama, basing in Yokohama and day-tripping to Tokyo (25 minutes on the Tokyu Toyoko Line) is the smart-money move.
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Yokohama's coldest month — off-season pricing at its best
January Weather at a Glance
January averages 50°F / 10°C highs and 36°F / 2°C lows. The bay influence keeps Yokohama slightly milder than inland Tokyo, but wind off Tokyo Bay hits the Minato Mirai and Yamashita Park waterfront hard. Rainfall is light, skies are clear, snow falls once or twice a year. Sunrise 6:50 AM, sunset 4:55 PM — daylight is at its annual minimum.
January Travel Advice
Standard winter clothing works inland but a windproof shell is essential along the harbor. Minato Mirai illumination and the Aka Renga ice rink both run through mid-February. Chinatown operates year-round but January weekdays are the quietest of the year — easy walk-ins at signature dumpling and dim sum spots. The Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum is also at off-season capacity.
Flying In from Overseas
Yokohama shares the Tokyo gateway — fly into HND or NRT and take the Keikyu Line (25 min from Haneda to Yokohama Station) or the JR Narita Express + transfer. January is winter low season globally: flights from Seoul (2.5h) $250-450, Singapore (7h) $400-650, Sydney (10h) $600-900, San Francisco (10h) $700-1,100, London (12h) $700-1,200. 90-day visa-free entry for Korea/US/UK/EU/AU/NZ.
January Pricing Trends
Business hotels $45-65/night near Yokohama Station, 4-star Minato Mirai bayfront $80-130/night — about 80% of Tokyo equivalent pricing. Dim sum lunch in Chinatown $10-18 per person, ramen $9-13, premium ramen at the museum $12-16. USD 1 ≈ JPY 148.
Yokohama January Weather Stats
Avg High
10°C
Avg Low
2°C
Rainy Days
5
55mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
53%
dry
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
14°C
too cold for swimming
Snow Days
1.5
Monthly avg
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Expect about 1.5 snow days this month. Bring slip-resistant shoes and warm gear.
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
24 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
6°C
Nighttime
-2°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Year's lowest airfare and hotel pricing — about 80% of Tokyo equivalents
- Light tourist traffic in Chinatown and at the Red Brick Warehouse
- Aka Renga ice skating + winter illumination overlap
Cons
- Short daylight, sunset around 16:55 limits outdoor time
- Bayfront wind chill drops felt temperature below 0°C
- Some small restaurants and shops closed Jan 1-3 for New Year
January Events & Festivals
- Iseyama Kotai Jingu Hatsumode (New Year shrine visit, Jan 1-3)
- Aka Renga Art Rink ice skating (Nov-Feb at the Red Brick Warehouse)
- Chinatown Lunar New Year countdown (late Jan-early Feb, dates vary)
Yokohama in January — Full Picture
January is Yokohama's quietest tourist month — Minato Mirai, Chinatown, and the Red Brick Warehouse are all walkable without crowds. Average 10°C high / 2°C low make it slightly milder than Tokyo. The bayfront at Yamashita Park and the Osanbashi Pier feels noticeably colder than the inland readings suggest because of the wind off Tokyo Bay, so a windproof outer layer matters.
Flights and hotels hit their annual lows. Business hotels around Yokohama Station and Minato Mirai run $45-65/night, and 4-star bayfront properties drop to $80-130/night — roughly 80% of Tokyo's equivalent pricing. If you're combining Tokyo + Yokohama, basing in Yokohama and day-tripping to Tokyo (25 minutes on the Tokyu Toyoko Line) is the smart-money move.
January signatures: Aka Renga ice rink (open through mid-February, $4 entry), Cosmo World Ferris wheel night view, hot dim sum and steamed buns in Chinatown, Yamashita Park waterfront walks, and the free Nogeyama Zoo. Illumination across Minato Mirai stays lit through mid-February. The trade-off is daylight — sunset at 16:55 means outdoor plans need to wrap by 16:00.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Heavy coat, scarf, gloves. Yokohama runs about 0.5-1°C warmer than Tokyo but the seafront at Minato Mirai and Yamashita Park feels much colder thanks to bay wind. Layer thermal base + knit + windproof shell. Air is dry — pack lip balm and hand cream.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
10°C
10.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
28°C
22°C
10.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22°C
15.7°C
9.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current11°C
3.3°C
5.3/mo
Yokohama Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | 2° | 5d·55mm | 6h | 53% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 3° | 6d·60mm | 6h | 55% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| March (Best) | 14° | 5° | 10d·115mm | 6h | 58% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 19° | 10° | 11d·125mm | 6h | 62% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 15° | 10d·138mm | 6h | 67% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 25° | 19° | 12d·175mm | 4h | 75% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 29° | 23° | 11d·155mm | 5h | 78% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 24° | 8d·140mm | 6h | 75% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 27° | 21° | 11d·230mm | 4h | 76% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 22° | 16° | 10d·235mm | 5h | 72% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| November (Best) | 17° | 10° | 7d·100mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Very busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 12° | 5° | 5d·65mm | 6h | 56% | 2 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Yokohama?
Yokohama in January is good. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Yokohama in January?
Yokohama January averages a high of 10°C and a low of 2°C.
Does it rain much in Yokohama in January?
Yokohama January averages 55mm of rainfall over about 5 rainy days.
What should I wear in Yokohama in January?
Heavy coat, scarf, gloves. Yokohama runs about 0.5-1°C warmer than Tokyo but the seafront at Minato Mirai and Yamashita Park feels much colder thanks to bay wind. Layer thermal base + knit + windproof shell. Air is dry — pack lip balm and hand cream.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Yokohama in January?
Yokohama January sunrise is 06:50 and sunset is 16:55, with 10h 05min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Yokohama in January?
Yokohama January air quality (AQI) averages 36, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Yokohama in January?
In January, Yokohama is great for Aka Renga ice skating, Chinatown dim sum + steamed buns, Yamashita Park bayfront walk.
Is January peak season in Yokohama?
Yokohama January crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.