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Kirishima Weather in December

Kirishima in December sees moderate daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). With just 83 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall on average, it's the driest month of the year.

Rainfall in Kirishima 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, the month has about 15 days of rain, averaging 83 mm (3.3 in) in total. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Kirishima in December

Temperatures in Kirishima in December top out at 14°C (57°F) and drop to 4°C (39°F) overnight. During December, you'll experience the winter season. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Kirishima in December

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 144 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October 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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Kirishima Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 144 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kagoshima, Japan (27 KM, 16 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in December

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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 (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 Kirishima in December

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in December, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Kirishima 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
9/10

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