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Weather in Otaru for January 2025

Your guide to Otaru weather in January - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Otaru is transformed into a snow paradise in January, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
    According to Otaru snow forecast for January 2025, 4 snowy days are expected at the beginning of January. The first snowfall for January is expected in Wednesday, 1 January.

    • Temperatures

  • The forecast for the next days in Otaru predicts temperatures to be around -1 °C, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Otaru at the beginning of January is 0 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 0.3 °C by the end of January.

    • More

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Average dry days
1
Dry days
Average rainy days
2
Rainy days
Average snowy days
28
Snow days
Average temperatures
-1°/-6°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
27 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
82 %
Avg humidity

Otaru in January average weather

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December
February
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Light snow showers
-1°
2
Heavy snow
-1°
3
Heavy snow
0°
4
Light snow
0°
5
Moderate or heavy sleet
2°
6
Moderate or heavy snow showers
0°
7
Moderate or heavy snow showers
0°
8
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-2°
9
Moderate or heavy snow showers
0°
10
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-5°
11
Light snow
-1°
12
Moderate or heavy snow showers
0°
13
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-2°
14
Heavy snow
0°
15
Blizzard
-4°
16
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-4°
17
Light snow
2°
18
Moderate or heavy snow showers
2°
19
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-2°
20
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-2°
21
Moderate snow
-2°
22
Heavy snow
0°
23
Light snow showers
1°
24
Heavy snow
0°
25
Blizzard
-1°
26
Moderate or heavy snow showers
0°
27
Moderate or heavy snow showers
0°
28
Moderate or heavy snow showers
1°
29
Moderate or heavy snow showers
1°
30
Moderate or heavy snow showers
0°
31
Light freezing rain
1°
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Temperatures trend during January in Otaru

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January weather day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Jan. Light snow showers
Light snow showers
 -1° /-6° 0.2 mm 0.1 cm
2 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 -1° /-8° 3.4 mm 2.4 cm
3 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 0° /-4° 2.6 mm 1.9 cm
4 Jan. Light snow
Light snow
 0° /-4° 1 mm 0.7 cm
5 Jan. Moderate or heavy sleet
Moderate or heavy sleet
 2° /-7° 11.4 mm 0.7 cm
6 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 0° /-7° 9.6 mm 8.1 cm
7 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 0° /-6° 4.6 mm 4 cm
8 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 -2° /-8° 8.1 mm 6.2 cm
9 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 0° /-7° 11.5 mm 9.5 cm
10 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 -5° /-10° 9 mm 5.2 cm
11 Jan. Light snow
Light snow
 -1° /-9° 0.3 mm 0.3 cm
12 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 0° /-5° 10.2 mm 6.4 cm
13 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 -2° /-6° 9.3 mm 7.9 cm
14 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 0° /-7° 8.6 mm 6.3 cm
15 Jan. Blizzard
Blizzard
 -4° /-8° 10.3 mm 0 cm
16 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 -4° /-6° 11.2 mm 7.1 cm
17 Jan. Light snow
Light snow
 2° /-7° 0.6 mm 0.4 cm
18 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 2° /-3° 3.9 mm 3.3 cm
19 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 -2° /-6° 2.8 mm 2.3 cm
20 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 -2° /-6° 2.3 mm 1.9 cm
21 Jan. Moderate snow
Moderate snow
 -2° /-9° 0.5 mm 0.3 cm
22 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 0° /-7° 1.7 mm 1.2 cm
23 Jan. Light snow showers
Light snow showers
 1° /-9° 11.5 mm 9.2 cm
24 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 0° /-8° 16.9 mm 1 cm
25 Jan. Blizzard
Blizzard
 -1° /-7° 26.2 mm 0 cm
26 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 0° /-3° 15.1 mm 1 cm
27 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 0° /-3° 8.8 mm 7.5 cm
28 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 1° /-3° 11.8 mm 10 cm
29 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 1° /-4° 1 mm 0.6 cm
30 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 0° /-6° 0.9 mm 0.8 cm
31 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 1° /-6° 2.1 mm 1.8 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Otaru in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Otaru forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Otaru in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Otaru during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -1° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Otaru during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 220.3 mm is expected in Otaru during January, occurring over more than 2 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Otaru in January 2025?
Otaru experiences an average snowfall of 111.25 cm during January, occurring over 28 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Otaru during January?
The average wind speed in Otaru during January is 27 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Otaru in January?

As you prepare for your trip to Otaru in January, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Otaru, during January, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

  • Clothing
    • Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
    • Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
    • Thermal Wear: Base layers for cold destinations
    • All-Weather Jacket: Waterproof and breathable
  • Footwear
    • Waterproof Shoes
    • Insulated Boots: For snowy and extremely cold temperatures
  • Accessories
    • Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
    • Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
    • Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
    • Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days

Otaru snow forecast January 2025

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