December weather forecast
Minamata, Japan

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Minamata, Japan, with an average temperature varying between 12.8°C (55°F) and 9.1°C (48.4°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Minamata's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's refreshing 17.9°C (64.2°F) to a fresh 12.8°C (55°F). Minamata records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 9.1°C (48.4°F) in December, slightly lower than the daytime high.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Minamata is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout December, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Minamata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.1 days and collects up to 1194mm (47.01") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Minamata, snow does not fall in March through December.

Sea temperature

In Minamata, in December, the average water temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F).
Note: In 19.3°C (66.7°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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 17:23 JST.

Sunshine

In Minamata, Japan, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Minamata?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Minamata, is 12.8°C (55°F) and the average low-temperature is 9.1°C (48.4°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Minamata?

In December, the average relative humidity in Minamata, Japan, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Minamata in December?

In Minamata, Japan, during December, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Minamata?

March through December are months without snowfall in Minamata.

Does it snow in Minamata in December?

In Minamata, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the sea temperature in December in Minamata?

In Minamata, the average seawater temperature in December is 19.3°C (66.7°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°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).

What is the month with the shortest days in Minamata?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Minamata?

In Minamata, the average day length in December is 10h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Minamata?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 17:23 JST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Minamata?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Minamata is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Minamata?

The months with the lowest UV index in Minamata, Japan, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Minamata?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Minamata, Japan, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Minamata, Japan

Average temperature in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average high temperature in December: 12.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Minamata, Japan

Average pressure in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average pressure in December: 1021.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Minamata, Japan

Average wind speed in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average wind speed in December: 19.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (19.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Minamata, Japan

Average humidity in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Minamata, Japan

Average rainfall in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average rainfall in December: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (261mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Minamata, Japan

Average rainfall days in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Minamata, Japan

Average snowfall in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Minamata, Japan

Average snowfall days in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Minamata, Japan

Average sea temperature in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in December: 19.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16.2°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

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 3min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Minamata, Japan

Average sunshine days in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Minamata, Japan

Average UV index in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Minamata, Japan

Average cloud cover in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Minamata, Japan

Average visibility in December - Minamata, Japan
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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