Otaru weather in December (Hokkaido, Japan)

Can you expect sunny skies in Otaru in December? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Otaru generally includes very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Expect temperatures to climb to 1°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -5°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Otaru in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 29 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 87 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Otaru. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Otaru climate page with graphs.

 

Otaru, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 95%  

Precipitation 125 mm  

Rainy days 29 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 87 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sapporo, Japan (28 KM, 17 Miles).

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

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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