Nara Weather in December

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

Planning a getaway to Nara, Japan this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Nara in December

Nara, Japan is a region in Japan. December in Nara generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Yoshino at 10°C (50°F) and mild in Sango at 12°C (54°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Sango and 1°C (34°F) in Yoshino.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sango with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Yoshino with 84 mm (3.3 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Sakurai, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Sakurai gets around 151 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Nara by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Nara in December

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

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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 Nara

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

Temperature range in Nara (December)

Precipitation variation in Nara (December)

Sakurai

In December Sakurai generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
151 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Yoshino

In December Yoshino generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
151 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Asuka

In December Asuka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
151 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Kashiba

In December Kashiba generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
151 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Kashihara

In December Kashihara generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
151 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sakurai 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Yoshino 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Asuka 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Kashiba 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Kashihara 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Sango 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Nara weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Nara, Japan typically experiences mixed weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Sakurai average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Nara, Japan during December range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 11°C (52°F) in Sakurai.

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

December is on the drier side in Nara, Japan. Sakurai averages only about 75 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Nara, Japan?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Nara, Japan due to the typically mixed weather in Sakurai.

Generally speaking, May provides very good weather in Sakurai. In contrast, January, February, March and July tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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