Weather in December in Tochigi
Planning a journey to Tochigi this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Tochigi in December?
Tochigi is a region in Japan. December in Tochigi generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is cold in Nikko at 7°C and mild in Mooka at 12°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 2°C in Mooka and -2°C in Nikko.For specific regional insights in Tochigi, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mooka with an average of 52 mm to moderate rainfall in Nasu with 74 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Nikko typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 176 hours of sunlight anticipated in Nikko. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a more detailed look at Tochigi's conditions throughout the year, check out our Tochigi climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Japan, check out our Tochigi's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Tochigi?
Nikko
In December Nikko generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Nasushiobara
In December Nasushiobara generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Utsunomiya
In December Utsunomiya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Sano
In December Sano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Ashikaga
In December Ashikaga generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Tochigi, in Japan.
Is December the best time to visit Tochigi?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Tochigi due to the typically poor weather in Nikko.
Generally speaking, May provides tolerable weather in Nikko. The weather in January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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