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Shika weather in December (Ishikawa, Japan)

Wondering what the weather is like in Shika during December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In December, Shika typically experiences low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 11°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 6°C.

Precipitation

Shika in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 228 mm for the month. The month brings the heaviest rain of the year, often in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry during the showers. Historically, the month has about 28 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 46 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Shika. June, August and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Shika, monthly averages in December

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

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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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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