Normal weather for Japan in December
It's cool in December in Japan with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 14°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 6°C.
In December, there is an average of 48 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,2 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Japan in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
11°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
14°C | 12°C | |
| Low Temp |
9°C | 4°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
48 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 17 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,2 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 3 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
The typhoon season in Japan runs from June to November.
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Start of December
The month of December starts in Japan with cool temps, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights around 5°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 11°C, with nights around 3°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Japan is around 10°C, while nighttime temps are about 2°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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Daily Temperature in December in Japan
This chart shows the average daily high temperatures in December in Japan, measured in degrees Celsius. The bottom of the chart shows the days of December. Based on historical data, this chart shows the average daily temperatures for this month.
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Daily Precipitation in December in Japan
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Japan, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Japan.
Daily Snowfall in December in Japan
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Japan, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV Index in December in Japan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Japan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Japan Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Japan, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in December in Japan Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Japan, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Japan per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Japan, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in December for Japan
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Japan. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in Japan
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Average Weather in Japan by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Japan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
