Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
Karatsu Weather in December
Thinking of visiting Karatsu in December? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 13°C (55°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in Karatsu in December
You can typically expect 18 days of rain this month, averaging around 84 mm (3.3 in). Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.
Temperature in Karatsu in December
If you're visiting Karatsu in December, expect highs of 13°C (55°F) and overnight lows around 8°C (46°F). Winter occurs in December. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Karatsu in December
The city usually sees around 120 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, October and November typically offer the best weather for Karatsu.
Karatsu Temperature in December
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
59%
Precipitation
84 mm (3.3 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
65% *
Sunshine
120 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Fukuoka, Japan (44 KM, 27 Miles).
Karatsu Weather by Month
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Best Places in Japan in December
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perfect weather
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tolerable
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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 Karatsu in December
The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in Karatsu in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Karatsu 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Naha
22°C (72°F) Tokyo
13°C (55°F) Osaka13°C (55°F) Hakone
12°C (54°F) Kyoto11°C (52°F) Hakuba
3°C (37°F) Sapporo2°C (36°F) Niseko
1°C (34°F) Bucket list
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