Saitama Weather in December

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

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

What to Expect in Saitama in December

Saitama, Japan is a region in Japan. December in Saitama generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Ogano at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Kawaguchi at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Kawaguchi and 1°C (34°F) in Ogano.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Saitama, Japan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Fukaya with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Ogano with 67 mm (2.6 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Chichibu typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Chichibu typically sees 172 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.

Explore Saitama by month

Best Places to Visit in Saitama in December

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

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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 Saitama

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

Temperature range in Saitama (December)

Precipitation variation in Saitama (December)

Chichibu

In December Chichibu 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 poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
172 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Kawagoe

In December Kawagoe 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 unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
185 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Kumagaya

In December Kumagaya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
185 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Fukaya

In December Fukaya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
185 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
51 mm (2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Kawaguchi

In December Kawaguchi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
185 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chichibu 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Kawagoe 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Kumagaya 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Fukaya 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Kawaguchi 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Hanno 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

Saitama weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Saitama, Japan typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Chichibu average around 10°C (50°F), and temperatures drop to about 1°C (34°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Saitama, Japan during December range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in Chichibu.

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

Not particularly. Chichibu averages just 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Saitama, Japan.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Saitama, Japan?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Chichibu, December may not be the ideal time to visit Saitama, Japan.

Generally speaking, May and November provide tolerable weather in Chichibu. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, June, July, September and December tend to be poor.

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