December Rainfall and Precipitation in The Kii Peninsula

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in December.

The Kii Peninsula, Japan, a region in Japan, experiences precipitation in December ranging from moderate in Nara (66 mm (2.6 in)) to high in Taiji (104 mm (4.1 in)). December is a winter month. December typically stands out as the driest month of the year in the Kii Peninsula, Japan.

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See also: the Kii Peninsula weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in the Kii Peninsula in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

The Kii Peninsula precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does the Kii Peninsula, Japan receive in December?

In December, Nara typically receives modest rainfall, around 66 mm (2.6 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in December?

Nara sees roughly 15 days rainy days during December.

Is December part of the rainy season in the Kii Peninsula, Japan?

No. December sits outside the typical rainy season in the Kii Peninsula, Japan, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in December in the Kii Peninsula, Japan?

Looking at our data, Taiji tops the wettest-cities list in the Kii Peninsula, Japan for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 104 mm (4.1 in).

What is the driest city in December in the Kii Peninsula, Japan?

The driest place is Nara with an average rainfall of 66 mm (2.6 in) according to our data.

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