Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
Minakami Weather in December
During December, Minakami experiences low daytime temperatures of 6°C (43°F) and cooler nights around -2°C (28°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall. Around 95 mm (3.7 in) is typical.
Rainfall in Minakami in December
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of snow/rain, with 95 mm (3.7 in) average for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Minakami in December
In December, Minakami sees low temperatures, with highs of 6°C (43°F). Nights drop to around -2°C (28°F). December marks the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. At -2°C (28°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating.
Sunshine in Minakami in December
The city usually sees around 186 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Minakami. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Minakami Temperature in December
Min Temperature
-2°C (28°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
95 mm (3.7 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
63% *
Sunshine
186 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Kōchi, Japan (13 KM, 8 Miles).
Minakami Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Minakami typically drop from around 11°C (52°F) at the start of December to approximately 7°C (45°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -2°C (28°F) to 2°C (36°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather records for Minakami in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Minakami spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Minakami historical weather extremes in December
Based on 49 years of weather observations (1976-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Minakami.
- Minakami recorded its highest December temperature of 24°C (75°F) on December 1, 1990.
- The coldest December day was on December 18, 2005, with a maximum of -5°C (23°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was -10°C (14°F) (December 25, 2005).
- The wettest December day on record brought 62 mm (2.4 in) of precipitation to Minakami (December 27, 2006).
Best Places in Japan in December
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in December →
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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 Minakami in December
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Minakami in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. 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 Minakami in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Minakami 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Minakami
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Naha
22°C (72°F) Tokyo
13°C (55°F) Osaka13°C (55°F) Hakone
12°C (54°F) Kyoto11°C (52°F) Hakuba
3°C (37°F) Sapporo2°C (36°F) Niseko
1°C (34°F) Bucket list
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