December weather forecast
Sobetsu, Japan

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sobetsu, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 0.3°C (32.5°F) and min -4.1°C (24.6°F).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 6.7°C (44.1°F) in November to a wintry 0.3°C (32.5°F). December notes an average low temperature of -4.1°C (24.6°F), subtly down from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In Sobetsu, Japan, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Sobetsu, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sobetsu, there are 168.4 rainfall days, and 779mm (30.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sobetsu are January through April, November and December. In Sobetsu, Japan, in December, during 18.5 snowfall days, 156mm (6.14") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sobetsu, there are 94.1 snowfall days, and 888mm (34.96") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sobetsu, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sobetsu, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 16:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 16:12 JST.

Sunshine

In Sobetsu, Japan, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sobetsu, Japan, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sobetsu in December?

The high-temperature in Sobetsu, Japan, during December is 0.3°C (32.5°F) and the low-temperature is -4.1°C (24.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Sobetsu?

In Sobetsu, Japan, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sobetsu?

In Sobetsu, Japan, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sobetsu?

In Sobetsu, Japan, during December, snow falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 156mm (6.14") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sobetsu?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sobetsu, Japan.

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

In December, the average day length in Sobetsu, Japan, is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sobetsu?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 16:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 16:12 JST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sobetsu have in December?

In Sobetsu, Japan, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sobetsu?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sobetsu, Japan, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Sobetsu?

In Sobetsu, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average temperature in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average high temperature in December: 0.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average pressure in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average wind speed in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average humidity in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average rainfall in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average rainfall in December: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (102mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average rainfall days in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average snowfall in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average snowfall in December: 156mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (239mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average snowfall days in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (24.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average sunshine days in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (4.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average UV index in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average cloud cover in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in December
Sobetsu, Japan

Average visibility in December - Sobetsu, Japan
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).

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