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Normal weather for Kyōto in December

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.

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.

Kyōto in December

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Temperature Average Temperature
14°C 9°C
Sun High Temp
17°C 12°C
Sun Low Temp
11°C 4°C
Rain Total Precipitation
84 mm 133 mm
Rain Rainy Days
12 days 17 days
Snow Total Snowfall
0,5 cm 9,7 cm
Snow 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. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

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.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.

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.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.

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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.

Temperature records for Kyōto in December

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Daily Temperature in December in Kyōto

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Kyōto, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in December in Kyōto

Daily Precipitation in December in Kyōto

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Kyōto, 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 12 days of precipitation in Kyōto.

Daily Precipitation in December in Kyōto

Daily Snowfall in December in Kyōto

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Kyōto, 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 Snowfall in December in Kyōto

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.

Daily UV Index in December in Kyōto

Temperature in December in Kyōto Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in December in Kyōto, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in December in Kyōto Over the Years

Total Precipitation in December in Kyōto Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Kyōto, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in December in Kyōto Over the Years

Snowfall in December in Kyōto per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Kyōto, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in December in Kyōto over the past years

Daily Climate 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.

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Average Weather in Kyōto by Month

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