Weather in December in Saitama
Planning a trip to Saitama this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Saitama in December?
Saitama 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 to mild in Kawaguchi at 13°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C in Kawaguchi and 1°C in Ogano.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Saitama, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Fukaya with an average of 51 mm to moderate rainfall in Ogano with 67 mm. 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
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 172 hours of sunlight expected in Chichibu. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For a more detailed look at Saitama's conditions throughout the year, check out our Saitama climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Japan, check out our Saitama's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Saitama?
Chichibu
In December Chichibu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kawagoe
In December Kawagoe generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Kumagaya
In December Kumagaya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Fukaya
In December Fukaya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Kawaguchi
In December Kawaguchi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Saitama?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Chichibu, December may not be the ideal time to visit Saitama.
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.
Interested in more climate information?
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