December weather forecastSabae, Japan

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sabae, Japan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 3.5°C (38.3°F) and 7.6°C (45.7°F).

Temperature

A shift in Sabae's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a moderate 13.5°C (56.3°F) to a chilly 7.6°C (45.7°F). Nighttime temperatures record an average of 3.5°C (38.3°F) throughout December.

Humidity

In Sabae, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sabae, Japan, during December, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.5 rainfall days, and 1112mm (43.78") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 5.3 snowfall days, it receives 93mm (3.66") of snow. In Sabae, during the entire year, snow falls for 30 days and aggregates up to 506mm (19.92") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 16:41. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 16:51 JST.

Sunshine

In Sabae, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sabae are 7.6°C (45.7°F) and 3.5°C (38.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

In Sabae, Japan, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

In Sabae, during December, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.

December is the first month it typically snows in Sabae, Japan. Throughout December, in the average 5.3 snowfall days, it receives 93mm (3.66") of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

On the first day of December in Sabae, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 16:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 16:51 JST.

In Sabae, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Sabae.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average high temperature in December: 7.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average pressure in December: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average wind speed in December: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average rainfall in December: 92mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (187mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (56mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average snowfall in December: 93mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (208mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Sabae, Japan

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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