December weather forecastKagoshima, Japan

December

Weather in December

December in Kagoshima is typically a cool, dry month with a significant drop in average high and low temperatures compared to November. The shortened daylight hours and reduced sunshine hours give the city a distinct winter vibe. The gradual decrease in the sea temperature hints at the culmination of the year. Snowfall makes a return, adding to the wintry feel of the city. December also witnesses a humble amount of snowfall amounting to 10mm (0.39"), adding to the charm of festive holidays.

Temperature

Kagoshima observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F) to a refreshing 15.3°C (59.5°F). During December nights, Kagoshima witnesses a consistent average temperature of 6.7°C (44.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Kagoshima is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Kagoshima is December, when the rain falls for 7.7 days and typically collects 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Kagoshima. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 10mm (0.39") of snow. In Kagoshima, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.4 days and aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Kagoshima, in December, the average water temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F).
Note: In 20.8°C (69.4°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. As the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), it becomes harder to control breathing.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kagoshima, Japan.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 17:24 JST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Kagoshima, records 15.3°C (59.5°F), while the low-temperature is 6.7°C (44.1°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 36°C (96.8°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Kagoshima is 69%.

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

In Kagoshima, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 10mm (0.39") of snow.

In Kagoshima, Japan, the average seawater temperature in December is 20.8°C (69.4°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kagoshima.

In December, the average day length is 10h and 8min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 17:24 JST.

In Kagoshima, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Kagoshima, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

In Kagoshima, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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20.3°C

15.3°C

12.8°C

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Average humidity

Average rainfall

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Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Kagoshima, Japan

Average high temperature in December: 15.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.8°C).

Average low temperature in December: 6.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°C).

Average humidity in December
Kagoshima, Japan

Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Kagoshima, Japan

Average rainfall in December: 71.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (452.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (71.3mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kagoshima, Japan

Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kagoshima, Japan

Average snowfall in December: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Kagoshima, Japan

Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Kagoshima, Japan

Average sea temperature in December: 20.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (18.2°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kagoshima, Japan

Average daylight in December: 10h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).