December · Japan
Best time to visit Naoshima in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Naoshima in December
Average temperature 7°C, 30 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.4/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 30 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Naoshima scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 7°C, 30 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Naoshima is the Seto Inland Sea art island of Yayoi Kusama pumpkins, Tadao Ando museums, and slow ferry rhythms. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
December in Naoshima: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages 7°C (44°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Expect 30 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.7 daylight hours.
It scores 6.4/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Naoshima in December?
- In December, Naoshima averages 7°C, 30 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Naoshima?
- December earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Naoshima in December?
- Expect about 30 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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