Shirahama weather in December (Wakayama, Japan)

Planning a trip to Shirahama in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Shirahama generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 14°C. But by evening, they drop to around 8°C.

Shirahama in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 104 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. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

The city usually sees around 134 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures April, May, August and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shirahama, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 104 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
SunshineSunshine 134 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Wakayama, Japan (63 KM, 39 Miles).

Where to go in Japan in December

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

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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 Shirahama in December?

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 in December.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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