December · Japan
Best time to visit Nagoya in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nagoya in December
Average temperature 7°C, 43 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.1/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 43 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Nagoya scores 6.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 7°C, 43 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nagoya's castle, Toyota heritage and local food culture sit on Japan's old Tokaido road.
December in Nagoya: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Expect 7°C (44°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 43 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.6 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 6.1/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 6.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nagoya in December?
- In December, Nagoya averages 7°C, 43 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Nagoya?
- December earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nagoya in December?
- Expect about 43 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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