Weather in December in Tokyo Prefecture
Planning a getaway to Tokyo Prefecture 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 Tokyo Prefecture in December?
Tokyo Prefecture is a region in Japan. December in Tokyo Prefecture generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Ome at 11°C to mild in Oshima at 15°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C in Oshima and 1°C in Ome.For a closer look at conditions across Tokyo Prefecture, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tokyo with an average of 62 mm to high rainfall in Oshima with 107 mm. In Tokyo, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.Average sunshine
Tokyo enjoys a balanced 177 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.For a more detailed look at Tokyo Prefecture's conditions throughout the year, check out our Tokyo Prefecture climate page.
Where to go in Tokyo Prefecture in December
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Tokyo Prefecture?
Tokyo
In December Tokyo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Hachioji
In December Hachioji 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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Oshima
In December Oshima generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Tachikawa
In December Tachikawa 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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Machida
In December Machida generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°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 Tokyo Prefecture?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Tokyo Prefecture due to the typically unpleasant weather in Tokyo.
On average, the best time to visit Tokyo Prefecture is in May, June and November with generally pleasant weather in Tokyo. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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