Ehime Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ehime, Japan in December.

Thinking about venturing to Ehime, Japan this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Ehime in December

Ehime, Japan is a region in Japan. December in Ehime generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Shikokuchuo at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Uwajima at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Uwajima and 4°C (39°F) in Shikokuchuo.

For a closer look at conditions across Ehime, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Uwajima with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Shikokuchuo with 96 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Matsuyama gets approximately 140 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Ehime by month

Best Places to Visit in Ehime in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ehime.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Ehime

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Ehime, Japan?

Temperature range in Ehime (December)

Precipitation variation in Ehime (December)

Matsuyama

In December Matsuyama generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
140 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Imabari

In December Imabari generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
140 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Saijo

In December Saijo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
140 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Uwajima

In December Uwajima generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
140 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Shikokuchuo

In December Shikokuchuo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
140 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ehime in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matsuyama 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Imabari 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Saijo 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Uwajima 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Shikokuchuo 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)

Ehime weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ehime, Japan in December?

December in Ehime, Japan brings unpleasant weather. In Matsuyama, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Ehime, Japan in December?

Daytime temperatures in Matsuyama peak at roughly 12°C (54°F) in December, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Ehime, Japan get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Matsuyama averages just 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Ehime, Japan.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Ehime, Japan?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Matsuyama, December may not be the ideal time to visit Ehime, Japan.

On average, the best time to visit Ehime, Japan is in May, October and November with generally pleasant weather in Matsuyama. On the other hand, the months of January, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

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