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Takaoka Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Takaoka in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 10°C (50°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Takaoka in December

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 27 days with rain, averaging 196 mm (7.7 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Takaoka in December

If you're visiting Takaoka in December, expect highs of 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows around 2°C (36°F). During December, you'll experience the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights fall to 2°C (36°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Takaoka in December

The city usually sees around 46 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

December in Takaoka has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Takaoka Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 89%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 196 mm (7.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 27 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 46 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17% *  
* Data from: Wajima, Japan (72 KM, 45 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in December

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in December →

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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 Takaoka in December

The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Takaoka 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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