Temperature in The Kii Peninsula in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the Kii Peninsula, Japan this December.

The Kii Peninsula, Japan, a region in Japan, experiences moderate average maximum daytime temperatures in December, ranging from 12°C (54°F) in Nara to 15°C (59°F) in Taiji. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Taiji and 3°C (37°F) in Nara. In December, it is winter.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in December?

Curious about the December temperatures in the prime spots of the Kii Peninsula? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Kii Peninsula, check out our the Kii Peninsula's climate page.

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
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

The Kii Peninsula temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in December?

Nara averages a daytime high of 12°C (54°F) in December, which is moderate for the Kii Peninsula, Japan.

How cold does it get at night in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in December?

Average overnight lows in the Kii Peninsula, Japan during December sit near 3°C (37°F) in Nara.

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

From a thorough analysis of our records, Taiji clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 15°C (59°F), and evenings that remain near 9°C (48°F).

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

When looking through our records, we find that Nara stands out as the coolest city in the Kii Peninsula, Japan for the month of December. Daytime highs average 12°C (54°F) and it cools down to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

How much sun does the Kii Peninsula, Japan get in December?

Nara enjoys a balanced 151 hours of sunlight. This makes it neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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