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Kobe weather in January

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Kobe January weather at a glance

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In January, Kobe averages 5.8°C, with typical highs of 8.9°C and lows of 2.8°C. The historical average is 6 wet days and 70% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in January, it is 8°C warmer than Seoul, with a similar number of wet days.

Kobe January temperature & humidity

Average5.8°CHigh 8.9° / low 2.8°
Humidity70%
Wet days6 days18% of days
Day–night range6.1°

Kobe January rain & wet days

Wet days6 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days18%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Kobe in January

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 8.9°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low 2.8°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
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Kobe January sunrise & sunset times

2026 January · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th07:06
Sunset on the 15th17:11
Daylight duration10h 5m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-01-0107:0616:599h 53m
2026-01-1507:0617:1110h 5m
2026-01-3106:5917:2710h 29m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

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Best months to visit Kobe

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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January weather by year

January 20246.1°7 wet days, 72% humidity
January 20255.4°4 wet days, 67% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

110°3°
210°5°
310°3°
48°2°
58°3°
68°6°19mm
77°3°
87°2°
95°-1°
106°-2°
117°1°
127°3°
139°2°
149°4°
159°1°1.5mm
167°1°
177°2°
188°2°
1911°4°2.5mm
2012°7°4.2mm
2111°5°
2210°6°
2311°6°
2412°5°
259°4°
269°3°
278°4°
287°3°
297°3°
306°2°
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Frequently asked questions

What is Kobe weather like in January?

In January, Kobe averages 5.8°C, with typical highs of 8.9°C and lows of 2.8°C. The historical average is 6 wet days and 70% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is fair.

Does it rain a lot in Kobe in January?

There are about 6 wet days in January. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Kobe in January?

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings.

What are the best months to visit Kobe?

Recent weather data rates November, December among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Kobe weather in January in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Kobe in January?

On 2026-01-15, calculated sunrise is 07:06 and sunset is 17:11 in local time (Asia/Tokyo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations