January · Japan
Best time to visit Tokyo in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tokyo in January
Average temperature 4°C, 36 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 36 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Tokyo scores 7.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 4°C, 36 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tokyo’s finest days weave quiet contrasts: a hushed shrine at dawn, a tiny lunch counter at noon, and glowing neon districts after dark—best savored in the crisp clarity of late autumn and winter.
January in Tokyo: strong conditions, 2nd of 12
Expect 4°C (40°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 36 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.1 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 7.6/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for peak pricing, and 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 Tokyo in January?
- In January, Tokyo averages 4°C, 36 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Tokyo?
- January earns a 7.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tokyo in January?
- Expect about 36 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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