January · Japan
Best time to visit Kamakura in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kamakura in January
Average temperature 3°C, 28 mm of rain, about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.3/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 28 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 5
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Kamakura scores 6.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 3°C, 28 mm of rain, and roughly 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kamakura's Great Buddha, temples and beach make it a relaxed day trip from Tokyo.
January in Kamakura — middling scores, decent value
January averages 3°C (37°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Expect 28 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.9 daylight hours.
It scores 6.3/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 6.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kamakura in January?
- In January, Kamakura averages 3°C, 28 mm of rain, and about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Kamakura?
- January earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kamakura in January?
- Expect about 28 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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