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Shika Weather in December

December in Shika brings low temperatures, with highs of 11°C (52°F) and nights dropping to 6°C (43°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.

Rainfall in Shika in December

As part of the rainy season, Shika sees around 28 days of rain in December, with an average of 228 mm (9 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Shika in December

Daytime temperatures in Shika reach 11°C (52°F) in December, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Shika in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 46 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

December in Shika can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Shika Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 95%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 228 mm (9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 28 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 46 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17% *  
* Data from: Wajima, Japan (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Shika in December

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in December, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Shika in December

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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