December weather forecastKurihara, Japan
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Kurihara, Japan, with an average temperature ranging between min -0.2°C (31.6°F) and max 5.3°C (41.5°F).Temperature
The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a fresh 11.5°C (52.7°F) to an icy 5.3°C (41.5°F). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a freezing cold -0.2°C (31.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Kurihara is 80%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kurihara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 829mm (32.64") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Kurihara, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 68mm (2.68") of snow is accumulated. In Kurihara, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.5 days and aggregates up to 271mm (10.67") of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 16:14. On the last day of December, in Kurihara, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 16:24 JST.
Sunshine
In Kurihara, Japan, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average high temperature in December: 5.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -0.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.5°C).
Average pressure in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average pressure in December: 1016.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1009.3mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average wind speed in December: 11.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average rainfall in December: 36mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (127mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (22mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average snowfall in December: 68mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (82mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average sunshine days in December: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Kurihara, Japan
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (8km).
