Matsushima Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Matsushima in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 9°C (48°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Matsushima in December

Typically, about 20 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Matsushima in December

December in Matsushima brings low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). During December, the winter season is in full swing. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Matsushima in December

With about 135 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Wind Speed in Matsushima in December

December has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, August and October typically offer the best weather for Matsushima.

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Matsushima Temperature in December

Min Temperature 2°C (36°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 65 mm (2.6 in)  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Windspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  

Sunshine 135 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 48% *  

* Data from: Sendai, Japan (21 KM, 13 Miles).

What to Wear in Matsushima in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Matsushima in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Matsushima in December

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
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• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Japan, check out our Matsushima's climate page.

More climate data for Matsushima

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