Kōchi weather in December (Shikoku, Japan)

Wondering what the weather is like in Kōchi during December? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

In December, Kōchi typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 5°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -4°C. This month is particularly chilly, so wearing layers is necessary to stay warm and comfortable.

Precipitation

Kōchi in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 186 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kōchi. June and August typically offer 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 Kōchi climate page with graphs.

 

Kōchi, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 126 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 63%  

Sunshine 186 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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

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