Sendai weather in January
In January, Sendai has an average high of 5.6°C (42°F) and an average low of -1.3°C (30°F). Expect about 6 days with rain or snow (42 mm, 1.7 in of precipitation for the month) and snowfall on about 24 days. Daytime highs are 2.7°C cooler than in December.
| Average high | 5.6°C / 42°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | -1.3°C / 30°F |
| Daily average | 2.0°C / 36°F |
| Precipitation (rain and snow) | 42 mm / 1.7 in |
| Days with rain or snow (1 mm or more) | 6 days |
| Sunshine | 149 hours in the month |
| Days with snowfall | 24 days (21 cm in total) |
Averages for 1991–2020 at the Japan Meteorological Agency's Sendai weather station. Individual years vary.
What's in bloom in January
No cherry blossoms, plum blossoms or autumn colors are usually out in Sendai in January. Coming up in March: plum blossoms.
What to wear
Winter clothing: a warm coat, hat and gloves. Days are cold and nights drop near or below freezing.
Sendai month by month
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Other cities in January
| City | High / low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 10° / 1°C | 5 |
| Kyoto | 9° / 2°C | 6 |
| Osaka | 10° / 3°C | 6 |
| Nara | 9° / 1°C | 6 |
| Hiroshima | 10° / 2°C | 6 |
| Fukuoka | 10° / 4°C | 9 |
| Nagoya | 9° / 1°C | 5 |
| Sapporo | -0° / -6°C | 18 |
| Naha | 20° / 15°C | 10 |
See Japan weather in January for all regions.
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency climate normals 1991–2020 and phenological observations (processed by Japan Bloom Calendar). Not a forecast.