The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Hiroshima sees 52°F during the day with 4.5h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (15% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
December ranks 12 out of 12 months in Hiroshima. Compared to November: −11°F daytime, −0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
2°
Sea
15°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 27
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Hiroshima is September (8.0/10), 3.8 pts higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Japan
🗣️LanguageJapanese
💶CurrencyYen japonais (¥)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 48°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 36%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Hiroshima ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
JapanTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.0 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
34.40°N · 132.46°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hiroshima?
September is the best month with 82°F highs, 70°F lows, 5.6h of sunshine and 34.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Hiroshima get in September?
Hiroshima averages 5.6 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Hiroshima?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Hiroshima in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 70°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Hiroshima good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Hiroshima scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 7.6/10.
When should you avoid Hiroshima?
January is the most difficult month to visit Hiroshima, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Hiroshima in December?
In December, the sea averages 59°F in Hiroshima: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Hiroshima in December?
The average UV index reaches 3 in December in Hiroshima (moderate), with about 9.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.