Sobetsu weather in December (Hokkaido, Japan)

Interested in knowing the climate of Sobetsu in December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Sobetsu includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 2°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler -6°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Sobetsu in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. Expect around 28 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 87 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sobetsu. June, July and September typically offer 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 Sobetsu climate page with graphs.

 

Sobetsu, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 93%  

Precipitation 81 mm  

Rainy days 28 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 87 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sapporo, Japan (67 KM, 41 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

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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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