Hakuba vs Kyoto in January

Hakuba is the better pick in January — 89 vs 66 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Hakuba is freezing, soaked, clean air, while Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air.

Hakuba vs KyotoJanuary climate, side by side

HakubaKyoto
Comfort score89/100 (A)66/100 (C)
Feels-like high-2°C5°C
Avg high / low1° / -6°9° / 1°
Rainfall229 mm57 mm
Rainy days259
Humidity84%77%
Air quality (AQI)3343

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

Hakuba vs Kyoto in January — FAQ

Is January better in Hakuba or Kyoto?
Hakuba is the better pick in January — 89 vs 66 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Hakuba is freezing, soaked, clean air, while Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Hakuba vs Kyoto in January?
In January, Hakuba averages 1°C high / -6°C low with about 229 mm of rain; Kyoto averages 9°C high / 1°C low with about 57 mm.