December weather forecast
Kurama, Japan

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kurama, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 7.7°C (45.9°F) and an average low of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's refreshing 13.7°C (56.7°F) to a chilly 7.7°C (45.9°F). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kurama, Japan, during December, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kurama, Japan, there are 190.6 rainfall days, and 1100mm (43.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kurama are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 11.8 snowfall days, it receives 135mm (5.31") of snow. Throughout the year, in Kurama, there are 52.5 snowfall days, and 691mm (27.2") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 16:55 JST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kurama, Japan, is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Kurama?

In Kurama, 7.7°C (45.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 2.4°C (36.3°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Kurama?

The average relative humidity in December in Kurama, Japan, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kurama?

In Kurama, Japan, during December, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Kurama?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 11.8 snowfall days, it receives 135mm (5.31") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kurama?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kurama, Japan.

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

In Kurama, the average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kurama?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of the month, in Kurama, Japan, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 16:55 JST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kurama?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kurama?

In Kurama, Japan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kurama, Japan

Average temperature in December - Kurama, Japan
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (0°C).

Average pressure in December
Kurama, Japan

Average pressure in December - Kurama, Japan
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.1mbar

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
Kurama, Japan

Average wind speed in December - Kurama, Japan
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kurama, Japan

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Kurama, Japan

Average rainfall in December - Kurama, Japan
  • Average rainfall in December: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (164mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (51mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kurama, Japan

Average rainfall days in December - Kurama, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (13.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kurama, Japan

Average snowfall in December - Kurama, Japan
  • Average snowfall in December: 135mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (265mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Kurama, Japan

Average snowfall days in December - Kurama, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 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
Kurama, Japan

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kurama, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kurama, Japan

Average sunshine days in December - Kurama, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Kurama, Japan

Average UV index in December - Kurama, Japan
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Kurama, Japan

Average cloud cover in December - Kurama, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Kurama, Japan

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).

Kurama, Japan

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