Shimane weather in December
Planning a getaway to Shimane 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 is the weather like in Shimane in December?
Shimane is a region in Japan. December in Shimane generally has moderate temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. December is a winter month.
You can expect moderate maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C and nighttime temperatures around 7°C in Matsue.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Tsuwano with an average of 101 mm to heavy rainfall in Matsue with 183 mm.
For a closer look at December's conditions in Shimane, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Shimane's yearly weather, check out our Shimane climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Shimane?
Matsue
In December Matsue generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tsuwano
In December Tsuwano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Izumo
In December Izumo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Yasugi
In December Yasugi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hamada
In December Hamada generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Shimane, in Japan.
Is December the best time to visit Shimane?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Shimane with often poor weather in Matsue.
Generally speaking, May, June, August and October provide pleasant weather in Matsue. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.
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