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Abashiri weather in December (Hokkaido, Japan)

What can you expect from the weather in Abashiri during December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In December, Abashiri generally has very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 2°C, while nights can cool down to about -4°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Abashiri in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Typically around 24 days of snow/rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 118 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Abashiri. July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Abashiri climate page with graphs.

 

Abashiri, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 79%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 118 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 39%  

Where to go in Japan in December

Find out more about the weather in Japan in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Abashiri in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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