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Kagawa Weather in December

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

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Planning a journey to Kagawa, Japan this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Kagawa in December

Kagawa, Japan is a region in Japan. December in Kagawa generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Naoshima at 11°C (52°F) and mild in Shodoshima at 13°C (55°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Shodoshima and 4°C (39°F) in Naoshima.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Naoshima with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Shodoshima with 77 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Takamatsu typically sees 156 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Kagawa in December

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

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 Kagawa

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

Temperature range in Kagawa (December)

Precipitation variation in Kagawa (December)

Takamatsu

In December Takamatsu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
156 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Takamatsu →

Kotohira

In December Kotohira 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
156 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Kotohira →

Marugame

In December Marugame generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
156 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Marugame →

Kagawa

In December Kagawa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
156 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kagawa →

Sakaide

In December Sakaide generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
156 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Sakaide →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Takamatsu 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Kotohira 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Marugame 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Kagawa 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Sakaide 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Shodoshima 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 77 mm (3 in)

Kagawa weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Kagawa, Japan brings unpleasant weather. In Takamatsu, daytime temperatures are typically around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

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

In Takamatsu, the average daytime high in December is 13°C (55°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Kagawa, Japan during December, with Takamatsu averaging close to 72 mm (2.8 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Kagawa, Japan?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Kagawa, Japan due to the typically unpleasant weather in Takamatsu.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, October and November offering mostly pleasant weather in Takamatsu. On the other hand, the weather in January tends to be poor.

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