Rishirifuji weather in December (Hokkaido, Japan)

How is December weather typically in Rishirifuji? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In December, Rishirifuji usually has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 2°C, while night temperatures can drop to -2°C. As one of the coldest months, it's important to layer up to stay warm. Don't let the chill catch you off-guard.

Precipitation

Rishirifuji in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 148 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 27 days will experience snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 37 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rishirifuji. August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rishirifuji climate page with graphs.

 

Rishirifuji, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 91%  

Precipitation 148 mm  

Rainy days 27 days  

Sunshine 37 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kutsugata, Japan (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in Japan in December

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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