Abashiri weather in December (Hokkaido, Japan)

Is December a good time to explore Abashiri weather-wise? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Abashiri typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 2°C, while nights can cool down to about -4°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Abashiri in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Typically around 24 days days of snow/rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With about 118 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Abashiri. July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Abashiri climate page with graphs.

 

Abashiri, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 79%  

Precipitation 90 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Humidity 69%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 118 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 39%  

Where to go in Japan in December

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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