Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
Tateyama Weather in December
December in Tateyama averages 7°C (45°F) during the day and 0°C (32°F) at night. December is part of the rainy season, with around 226 mm (8.9 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.
Rainfall in Tateyama in December
Tateyama is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 26 days and an average of 226 mm (8.9 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.
Temperature in Tateyama in December
December in Tateyama brings typical temperatures with highs around 7°C (45°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F). December is in the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights fall to 0°C (32°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 Tateyama in December
The city usually sees around 86 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May typically offers the best weather for Tateyama.
Tateyama Temperature in December
Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
87%
Precipitation
226 mm (8.9 in)
Rainy days
26 days
Sunshine
86 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Hakuba, Japan (48 KM, 30 Miles).
Tateyama Weather by Month
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Best Places in 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 Tateyama in December
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Tateyama in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
What To Do in Tateyama in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Tateyama 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Naha
22°C (72°F) Tokyo
13°C (55°F) Osaka13°C (55°F) Hakone
12°C (54°F) Kyoto11°C (52°F) Hakuba
3°C (37°F) Sapporo2°C (36°F) Niseko
1°C (34°F) Bucket list
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