Katashina weather in December (Gunma, Japan)

How does the weather in Katashina usually fare in December? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

December in Katashina generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December marks the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 4°C, while night temperatures can drop to -4°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Precipitation

Katashina in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With about 186 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Katashina. May and June typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Katashina, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 97 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 63% *  

Sunshine 186 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kōchi, Japan (22 KM, 14 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

Precipitation

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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?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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