December · Japan
Best time to visit Kurashiki in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kurashiki in December
Average temperature 7°C, 33 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.2/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 33 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Kurashiki scores 6.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 7°C, 33 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kurashiki's canal quarter keeps white-walled merchant warehouses and a famous art museum.
December in Kurashiki: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Expect 7°C (45°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 33 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.7 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 6.2/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 7.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kurashiki in December?
- In December, Kurashiki averages 7°C, 33 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.2/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Kurashiki?
- December earns a 6.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kurashiki in December?
- Expect about 33 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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