December · Japan
Best time to visit Mount Fuji in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mount Fuji in December
Average temperature 3°C, 42 mm of rain, about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.0/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 42 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 3
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Mount Fuji scores 5.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 42 mm of rain, and roughly 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mount Fuji rises over the Fuji Five Lakes, with climbing trails, shrine forests, and lake viewpoints below.
December in Mount Fuji: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages 3°C (37°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Expect 42 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.6 daylight hours.
It scores 5/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 7.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? April scores 2.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mount Fuji in December?
- In December, Mount Fuji averages 3°C, 42 mm of rain, and about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Mount Fuji?
- December earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mount Fuji in December?
- Expect about 42 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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