The month in detail
What to expect in January
Winter in Fukuoka is cool (48°F during the day). Days are short (3.4h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Rain risk remains low (22% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
January ranks 11 out of 12 months in Fukuoka. Compared to December: −4°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
1°
Sea
12°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 30
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Fukuoka is May (8.0/10), 3.9 pts higher than January.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Japan
🗣️LanguageJapanese
💶CurrencyYen japonais (¥)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.73°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 48°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 42%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Fukuoka ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
JapanTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.0 → 4.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
33.59°N · 130.40°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Fukuoka?
May is the best month with 73°F highs, 59°F lows, 6.6h of sunshine and 27.0% rainy days. The months of May & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Fukuoka get in May?
Fukuoka averages 6.6 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Fukuoka?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Fukuoka in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 59°F, while afternoon highs average 73°F.
Is Fukuoka good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Fukuoka scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 7.4/10.
When should you avoid Fukuoka?
January is the most difficult month to visit Fukuoka, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Fukuoka in January?
In January, the sea averages 54°F in Fukuoka: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Fukuoka in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Fukuoka (moderate), with about 10.0h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.