JapanThe weather in December in Yakushima
It's cool to moderate in December in Yakushima with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 14°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Yakushima. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Yakushima, 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 29°C in 2020, Yakushima reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 257 mm of precipitation, spread over 23 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in December for Yakushima
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Yakushima. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Yakushima | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 257 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 23 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Yakushima with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 18°C, with nights around 11°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Yakushima is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Yakushima, Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Yakushima
Temperature in December in Yakushima over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Yakushima, 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 Yakushima
Total precipitation in December in Yakushima over the years
Daily UV index in December in Yakushima
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Yakushima, 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.
Weather experiences in December in Yakushima
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Average weather in Yakushima by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Yakushima. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.