Monthly climate guide
Kagoshima weather in January
January in Kagoshima is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 12°C (53°F) and night-time lows near 5°C (41°F). The month usually brings about 77 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Just 140 km apart, but Kagoshima runs about 3°C warmer than Kumamoto this month.
- In Kagoshima, January is mid-winter.
- Rain is well below Kagoshima's usual level (around 68% less).
January is typically Kagoshima's coolest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
12°C
53°F
Avg low
5°C
41°F
Rainfall
77 mm
some rain
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
65%
cloud · often cloudy
Kagoshima weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 53°F | 5°C / 41°F | 77 mm | 76% | 65% |
| February | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 43°F | 131 mm | 76% | 66% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 9°C / 48°F | 149 mm | 75% | 62% |
| April | 20°C / 67°F | 13°C / 55°F | 189 mm | 76% | 64% |
| May | 23°C / 74°F | 17°C / 62°F | 223 mm | 79% | 70% |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 21°C / 69°F | 650 mm | 86% | 85% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 76°F | 480 mm | 86% | 67% |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 78°F | 240 mm | 83% | 59% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 23°C / 73°F | 352 mm | 82% | 66% |
| October | 24°C / 75°F | 18°C / 64°F | 154 mm | 77% | 52% |
| November | 19°C / 66°F | 13°C / 55°F | 123 mm | 77% | 57% |
| December | 14°C / 56°F | 7°C / 45°F | 94 mm | 76% | 64% |
What to pack for January
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is January a good time to visit Kagoshima?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Kagoshima →Other Japan cities in January
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Kagoshima in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Kagoshima?
January is cool in Kagoshima, with highs around 12°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Kagoshima in January?
Average highs are about 12°C (53°F) and average lows about 5°C (41°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kagoshima in January?
Kagoshima typically gets around 77 mm of rain in January — some rain. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Kagoshima (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.