Tokyo weather in December (Tokyo Prefecture, Japan)

Looking to travel to Tokyo in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Tokyo generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 13°C. But by evening, they drop to around 5°C.

Tokyo in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 177 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures May, June and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tokyo, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 62 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 54%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 177 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 55%  

Where to go in Japan in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Tokyo in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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