Kamakura weather in December (Kanagawa, Japan)

Can you expect sunny skies in Kamakura in December? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

During December, Kamakura usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 14°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Kamakura in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 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. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 10 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 182 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm May, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kamakura, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 56% *  

Sunshine 182 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Yokohama, Japan (15 KM, 9 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

Temperatures

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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?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kamakura.

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