Hiroshima Weather in December

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

🔎
Hiroshima Miyajima Onomichi Fukuyama

Planning a trip to Hiroshima, Japan this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Hiroshima in December

Hiroshima, Japan is a region in Japan. December in Hiroshima generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Hiroshima.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Fukuyama with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Hiroshima with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Hiroshima receives about 142 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Hiroshima by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hiroshima — and find the best time to visit. (based on Hiroshima)

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March15°C (59°F) April20°C (68°F) May24°C (75°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August32°C (90°F) September29°C (84°F) October23°C (73°F) November18°C (64°F) December12°C (54°F)
Best Time to Visit Hiroshima →

Best Places to Visit in Hiroshima in December

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Hiroshima

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

Temperature range in Hiroshima (December)

Precipitation variation in Hiroshima (December)

Hiroshima

In December Hiroshima generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
142 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Hiroshima →

Miyajima

In December Miyajima generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
142 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Miyajima →

Onomichi

In December Onomichi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
142 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Onomichi →

Fukuyama

In December Fukuyama generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
142 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Fukuyama →

Higashihiroshima

In December Higashihiroshima generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
142 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Higashihiroshima →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Hiroshima, in Japan.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hiroshima 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Miyajima 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Onomichi 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Fukuyama 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Higashihiroshima 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Kure 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Hiroshima weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Hiroshima, Japan in December. The popular destination of Hiroshima averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Hiroshima peak at roughly 12°C (54°F) in December, dropping to about 4°C (39°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Hiroshima averages just 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Hiroshima, Japan.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Hiroshima, Japan?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, September, October and November offering mostly pleasant weather in Hiroshima. On the other hand, the weather in January and July tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Hiroshima.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Japan? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Japan.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

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.
Walk the 88 temple circuit

We recommend walking the 88 temple circuit from April til October. Although June, July and August can be a bit wet, hot and humid.
The famous bamboo forests of Arashiyama

The famous bamboo forests of Arashiyama lie just outside the city center of Kyoto and is unique in the world. If you look at photos of this bamboo forest, it looks like you have landed in a fairy-tale world.
10 reasons why you should visit Japan in winter

Here are 10 reasons why you should plan a winter trip to Japan. During this period, popular sights are less busy and prices for flights and hotels much cheaper.
Must visit in Japan →