December weather forecastKitakyushu, Japan

December

Weather in December

The last month of the year brings colder temperatures to Kitakyushu, marking the full arrival of winter. December witnesses the mildest snowfall of the season at just 10mm (0.39"), yet enough to transform the cityscape. Despite the chilly weather, sunshine dominates the sky for most of the month. Also, the winds start to pick up pace, matching the highest average wind speed of the year at 14.7km/h (9.1mph). Although the freezing temperatures start to set in, the festive spirit of the city keeps the atmosphere warm and lively.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Kitakyushu signals a shift in temperature, down from an enjoyable 16°C (60.8°F) in November to a cool 10.4°C (50.7°F). With a barely noticeable fluctuation in temperature, Kitakyushu reaches an average low of 6.2°C (43.2°F) during the December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Kitakyushu is 72%.

Rainfall

In Kitakyushu, in December, during 17.9 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.9 rainfall days, and 943mm (37.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Kitakyushu. Throughout December, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 10mm (0.39") of snow. In Kitakyushu, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.5 days and aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Kitakyushu, in December, the average water temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 17.9°C (64.2°F) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 17:07. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 17:17 JST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

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

Kitakyushu in December has an average high-temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 6.2°C (43.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 37°C (98.6°F).

In Kitakyushu, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

In Kitakyushu, Japan, during December, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation.

December is the first month it typically snows in Kitakyushu, Japan. Throughout December, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 10mm (0.39") of snow.

In December, the average sea temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°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 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kitakyushu, Japan.

In Kitakyushu, the average day length in December is 9h and 57min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 17:07. On the last day of the month, in Kitakyushu, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 17:17 JST.

In Kitakyushu, Japan, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Kitakyushu are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Kitakyushu is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

16°C

10.4°C

8.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.8km/h

15.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

3.2

4.9

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.7

12.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average high temperature in December: 10.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.2°C).

Average low temperature in December: 6.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average pressure in December: 1021.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average wind speed in December: 14.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average rainfall in December: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (183mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average rainfall days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average snowfall in December: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (27mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average sea temperature in December: 17.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.8°C).

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

Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 4h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Kitakyushu, Japan

Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, June, July and August (9km).