Yamanashi weather in December (Yamanashi, Japan)

Is Yamanashi a good destination in December, weather-wise? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of December in Yamanashi typically brings low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 7°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -2°C.

Precipitation

Yamanashi in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. Climate data suggests that about 10 days will experience snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 172 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Yamanashi. May typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, October and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Yamanashi, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 32%  

Precipitation 67 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 65%  

Sunshine 172 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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?

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

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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