December weather forecast
Tsuruga, Japan

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Tsuruga, Japan, with an average temperature ranging between max 7.8°C (46°F) and min 3.5°C (38.3°F).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a mild 13.7°C (56.7°F) in November to a frosty 7.8°C (46°F). Throughout December, Tsuruga observes a steady low-temperature average of 3.5°C (38.3°F), reflecting a minor dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Tsuruga, in December, during 24.6 rainfall days, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tsuruga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 223.2 days and collects up to 1458mm (57.4") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 7.2 snowfall days, it receives 125mm (4.92") of snow. In Tsuruga, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.2 days and aggregates up to 630mm (24.8") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 16:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 16:52 JST.

Sunshine

In Tsuruga, Japan, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 7.8°C (46°F) and 3.5°C (38.3°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 35°C (95°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December in Tsuruga, Japan, is 81%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Tsuruga, in December, during 24.6 rainfall days, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it start to snow?
December is the first month it typically snows in Tsuruga. Throughout December, in the average 7.2 snowfall days, it receives 125mm (4.92") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Tsuruga, the average day length in December is 9h and 48min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 16:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 16:52 JST.
How many hours of sunshine does Tsuruga have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.
When is the lowest UV index?
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average temperature in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.7°C).

Average pressure in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average pressure in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average pressure in December: 1018.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average wind speed in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average humidity in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average rainfall in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average rainfall in December: 117mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (216mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (78mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average rainfall days in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in December: 24.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (15.2 days).

Average snowfall in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average snowfall in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average snowfall in December: 125mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (249mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average snowfall days in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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 - Tsuruga, Japan
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average sunshine days in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.2 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average cloud cover in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December - Tsuruga, Japan
Average visibility in December
Tsuruga, Japan
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (8km).

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