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Handa Weather in December

December in Handa typically sees daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F). With the least rainfall of the year, it's a reliably dry month. It falls within the winter season.

Rainfall in Handa in December

With the lowest rainfall figures of the year, conditions are ideal for exploring the outdoors, even if the temperatures require a jacket. Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 64 mm (2.5 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Handa in December

Handa in December gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of December. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Handa in December

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 172 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May and November typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Handa Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 64 mm (2.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 172 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Nagoya, Japan (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Handa in December

Pack for changing conditions in Handa in December. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Handa in December

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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