Higashikawa weather in December (Hokkaido, Japan)

Curious about the climate in Higashikawa this December? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Higashikawa includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. December ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around -1°C, cooling off to about -9°C at night. Known for its cold temperatures, this month requires warm clothing. Ensure you dress appropriately to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Higashikawa in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 28 days of snow.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 42 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Higashikawa. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Higashikawa, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 93%  

Precipitation 130 mm  

Rainy days 28 days  

Sunshine 42 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nayoro, Japan (72 KM, 45 Miles).

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

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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?

Visitors traveling to Higashikawa should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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