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Kofu Weather in December

December in Kofu brings low temperatures around 7°C (45°F) during the day, dropping to -3°C (27°F) at night, with the driest conditions of the year.

Rainfall in Kofu in December

As the driest month, it's a good time for hiking and exploring the area, even if you'll need to layer up. Expect around 9 days of snow/rain based on historical data, with 71 mm (2.8 in) average. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Kofu in December

Expect highs of 7°C (45°F) in Kofu in December, with nights dropping to around -3°C (27°F). The winter season is characteristic of December. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of -3°C (27°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in Kofu in December

There are approximately 201 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunshine makes it an enjoyable time to be outside.

December in Kofu can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Kofu Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 61%  
SunshineSunshine 201 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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 Kofu in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Kofu in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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