Hakuba weather in December (Nagano, Japan)
Thinking of visiting Hakuba in December? Check the weather first! Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
The month of December in Hakuba typically includes low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 3°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -5°C. Expect freezing temperatures this month, so ensure you have plenty of warm clothing. It's important to be prepared.
Precipitation
Hakuba in December falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 221 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 23 days of snow/rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 86 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hakuba climate page with graphs.
Hakuba, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-5°C
Max Temperature
3°C
Chance of Rain
77%
Precipitation
221 mm
Rainy days
23 days
Sunshine
86 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.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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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.
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