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JapanThe weather in December in Kyōto
It's cool in December in Kyōto with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 10°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Kyōto, Japan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 23°C in 2018, Kyōto reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In December, there is an average of 84 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,5 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Kyōto
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kyōto. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Kyōto | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 14°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 17°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 84 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 17 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,5 cm | 9,7 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 3 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Kyōto with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 8°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 13°C, with nights around 7°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Kyōto is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 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 Kyōto runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Kyōto, Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Kyōto
Temperature in December in Kyōto over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Kyōto, Japan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Kyōto
Total precipitation in December in Kyōto over the years
Daily Snowfall in December in Kyōto
Snowfall in December in Kyōto per year
Daily UV index in December in Kyōto
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Kyōto, 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.
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Average weather in Kyōto by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kyōto. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.