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.
Zao Weather in December
Zao in December sees low temperatures, with highs around 8°C (46°F) and overnight lows of 0°C (32°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 72 mm (2.8 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
Rainfall in Zao in December
Historically, approximately 24 days this month are expected to have snow/rain, averaging 72 mm (2.8 in). Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.
Temperature in Zao in December
December in Zao sees highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F) overnight. Winter occurs in December. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights are well below freezing at 0°C (32°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation.
Sunshine in Zao in December
The area enjoys a balanced 135 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Zao. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Zao Temperature in December
Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
80%
Precipitation
72 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
24 days
Humidity
66% *
Sunshine
135 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
* Data from: Sendai, Japan (28 KM, 17 Miles).
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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 Zao in December
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Zao in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
What To Do in Zao in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Zao 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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