Shimonoseki weather in December (Yamaguchi, Japan)

What kind of weather does December bring to Shimonoseki? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

December in Shimonoseki generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. December marks the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 13°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 8°C.

Precipitation

Shimonoseki in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Expect around 21 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 104 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and June tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shimonoseki, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 104 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kitakyushu, Japan (18 KM, 11 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?

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

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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