December weather forecast
Aomori, Japan

December marks the full onset of winter in Aomori with an average high temperature of just 3°C (37.4°F). The snowy season begins in earnest, and the city transforms into a wintry landscape straight out of a postcard. Aomori, already renowned for its beautiful landscapes, gains an additional charm under a blanket of snow. Visitors and locals suit up in winter gear, eager to participate in the array of winter sports and activities on offer. Despite the cold, the festive season fills the city with warmth and cheer, making it a truly enchanting time of the year.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Aomori drops in December, from November's fresh 10°C (50°F) to a cold 3°C (37.4°F). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a subzero cold -3°C (26.6°F).

Rainfall

In Aomori, in December, it is raining for 29 days, with typically 143mm (5.63") of accumulated precipitation. In Aomori, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261 days and collects up to 1375mm (54.13") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Aomori is 12.2°C (54°F).
Note: Swimming in 12.2°C (54°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Aomori.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 16:10. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 16:18 JST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Aomori. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.