Normal weather for Nagano in December
It's cold in December in Nagano with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 4°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -3°C and 2°C.
In December, there is an average of 63 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 52 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Nagano in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
7°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
11°C | 12°C | |
| Low Temp |
4°C | 4°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
63 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 17 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
52 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
19 days | 3 days | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Nagano with cold temps, averaging around 10°C during the day and nights around 2°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart 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 heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 7°C, with nights around 0°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, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Nagano is around 6°C, while nighttime temps are about -2°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, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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UV index
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 Nagano runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Nagano in December
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Daily Temperature in December in Nagano
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Nagano, 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 Precipitation in December in Nagano
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Nagano, 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 9 days of precipitation in Nagano.
Daily Snowfall in December in Nagano
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Nagano, 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 Nagano
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Nagano, 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 Nagano Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Nagano, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in December in Nagano Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Nagano, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Nagano per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Nagano, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in December for Nagano
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nagano. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Nagano by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nagano. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
