Tokyo Weather in December
Japan · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
December in Tokyo is chilly, with average daytime highs around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows near 4°C (39°F). Expect roughly 58mm of precipitation spread over about 5 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
12°C
54°F
Avg low
4°C
39°F
Rainfall
58mm
dry
Rainy days
5
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 174 hours of sunshine over the month (~6h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- jacket or coat
- long-sleeve layers
December vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Tokyo in December?
- December in Tokyo is chilly, with average daytime highs around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows near 4°C (39°F). Expect roughly 58mm of precipitation spread over about 5 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in December?
- Tokyo sees around 58mm of precipitation in December on average — dry by global standards.
- Is December a good time to visit Tokyo?
- December is a workable month to visit Tokyo, but expect some weather trade-offs.