Hakone vs Kyoto in January

Kyoto is the better pick in January — 66 vs 59 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Hakone is cold, a little rain, clean air.

Hakone vs KyotoJanuary climate, side by side

HakoneKyoto
Comfort score59/100 (D)66/100 (C)
Feels-like high2°C5°C
Avg high / low5° / -1°9° / 1°
Rainfall75 mm57 mm
Rainy days99
Humidity70%77%
Air quality (AQI)3643

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Hakone vs Kyoto in January — FAQ

Is January better in Hakone or Kyoto?
Kyoto is the better pick in January — 66 vs 59 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Hakone is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Hakone vs Kyoto in January?
In January, Hakone averages 5°C high / -1°C low with about 75 mm of rain; Kyoto averages 9°C high / 1°C low with about 57 mm.