Hakodate weather in December (Hokkaido, Japan)

How is December weather typically in Hakodate? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

December in Hakodate generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 3°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -2°C. Expect freezing temperatures this month, so ensure you have plenty of warm clothing. It's important to be prepared.

Precipitation

Hakodate in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 28 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 95 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Hakodate. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hakodate, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 93%  

Precipitation 79 mm  

Rainy days 28 days  

Humidity 75%  

Sunshine 95 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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