December weather forecast
Tsuruoka, Japan

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Tsuruoka, Japan, with an average temperature varying between 1.5°C (34.7°F) and 5.1°C (41.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 11.2°C (52.2°F) to an icy 5.1°C (41.2°F). December's average low-temperature is 1.5°C (34.7°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.4 days and accumulates 166mm (6.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Tsuruoka. In Tsuruoka, in December, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 251mm (9.88") of snow. In Tsuruoka, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.6 days and aggregates up to 1191mm (46.89") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 16:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 16:28 JST.

Sunshine

In Tsuruoka, the average sunshine in December is 2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Tsuruoka in December?
During December, Tsuruoka experiences an average high-temperature of 5.1°C (41.2°F) and a low-temperature of 1.5°C (34.7°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Tsuruoka?
The average relative humidity in December in Tsuruoka, Japan, is 80%.
What is the wettest month in Tsuruoka?
The month with the most rainfall in Tsuruoka, Japan, is December, when the rain falls for 19.4 days and typically aggregates up to 166mm (6.54") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Tsuruoka in December?
In December, in Tsuruoka, Japan, the rain falls for 19.4 days. Throughout December, 166mm (6.54") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Tsuruoka in December?
In Tsuruoka, Japan, during December, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 251mm (9.88") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Tsuruoka?
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tsuruoka.
What is the average length of the day in December in Tsuruoka?
The average day length in December in Tsuruoka is 9h and 31min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Tsuruoka?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 16:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 16:28 JST.
How many hours of sunshine does Tsuruoka have in December?
In Tsuruoka, the average sunshine duration in December is 2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Tsuruoka?
The months with the lowest UV index in Tsuruoka, Japan, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Tsuruoka?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Tsuruoka, Japan, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average wind speed in December: 22km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average rainfall in December: 166mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (166mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (52mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average snowfall in December: 251mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (438mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.8 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
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in December: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Tsuruoka, Japan
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, August, September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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