Kiso Valley Weather in December

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

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Kiso-fukushima Miyanokoshi

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

What to Expect in the Kiso Valley in December

The Kiso Valley, Japan is a region in Japan. December in the Kiso Valley generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Kiso-fukushima. In many regions in Japan, December is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

To explore the conditions in the Kiso Valley, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

December is a rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 119 mm (4.7 in) in Kiso-fukushima.

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Best Places to Visit in the Kiso Valley in December

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

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 the Kiso Valley

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

Temperature range in the Kiso Valley (December)

Precipitation variation in the Kiso Valley (December)

Kiso-fukushima

In December Kiso-fukushima generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kiso-fukushima →

Miyanokoshi

In December Miyanokoshi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Miyanokoshi →

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

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Kiso Valley in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kiso-fukushima 4°C (39°F) -6°C (21°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Miyanokoshi 4°C (39°F) -6°C (21°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)

The Kiso Valley weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Kiso Valley, Japan in December?

the Kiso Valley, Japan typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Kiso-fukushima average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about -6°C (21°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Kiso Valley, Japan in December?

In Kiso-fukushima, the average daytime high in December is 4°C (39°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -6°C (21°F).

Does the Kiso Valley, Japan get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in the Kiso Valley, Japan. Average snow/rainfall in Kiso-fukushima sits around 119 mm (4.7 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Kiso Valley, Japan?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Kiso-fukushima, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Kiso Valley, Japan.

On average, the best time to visit the Kiso Valley, Japan is in August with generally tolerable weather in Kiso-fukushima. The weather in January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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