January · Japan
Best time to visit Miyajima in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Miyajima in January
Average temperature 5°C, 46 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.4/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 46 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Miyajima scores 7.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 5°C, 46 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Miyajima's torii stands in the sea off Itsukushima shrine, with deer, Mount Misen and Hiroshima across the water.
January in Miyajima: strong conditions, 3rd of 12
Expect 5°C (41°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 46 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.4/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. 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 Miyajima in January?
- In January, Miyajima averages 5°C, 46 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Miyajima?
- January earns a 7.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Miyajima in January?
- Expect about 46 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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