Kyoto vs Nozawa Onsen in January

Nozawa Onsen is the better pick in January — 86 vs 66 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nozawa Onsen is freezing, soaked, clean air, while Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air.

Kyoto vs Nozawa OnsenJanuary climate, side by side

KyotoNozawa Onsen
Comfort score66/100 (C)86/100 (A)
Feels-like high5°C-1°C
Avg high / low9° / 1°2° / -5°
Rainfall57 mm221 mm
Rainy days925
Humidity77%86%
Air quality (AQI)4332

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

Kyoto vs Nozawa Onsen in January — FAQ

Is January better in Kyoto or Nozawa Onsen?
Nozawa Onsen is the better pick in January — 86 vs 66 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nozawa Onsen is freezing, soaked, clean air, while Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Kyoto vs Nozawa Onsen in January?
In January, Kyoto averages 9°C high / 1°C low with about 57 mm of rain; Nozawa Onsen averages 2°C high / -5°C low with about 221 mm.