Nikko · WinterMonth summary
Nikko weather in December
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
28°F – 43°F
🌧 Rainy days
36% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (7.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Nikko in December?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: December brings a challenging climate (4.1/10). July offers milder conditions if your dates are flexible.
By trip type
Nikko in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
Winter in Nikko is cool (6°F during the day). Days are short (8.9h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 36% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | 25°F | 37°F | 36% | 0.1in | 9.2h | 4.1/10 | 8.2/10 |
| 🌨️ February | 23°F | 39°F | 36% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 4.1/10 | 8.3/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 30°F | 46°F | 49% | 0.2in | 10.6h | 4.1/10 | 6.9/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 39°F | 57°F | 54% | 0.3in | 11.2h | 5.0/10 | 4.8/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 50°F | 64°F | 59% | 0.3in | 11.0h | 6.8/10 | 4.0/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 57°F | 70°F | 79% | 0.4in | 9.9h | 6.4/10 | 3.0/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 66°F | 77°F | 84% | 0.5in | 9.5h | 7.0/10 | 2.4/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 68°F | 79°F | 90% | 0.5in | 10.9h | 7.0/10 | 2.5/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 61°F | 72°F | 82% | 0.4in | 8.2h | 6.1/10 | 2.5/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 50°F | 61°F | 62% | 0.4in | 8.6h | 4.7/10 | 3.6/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 39°F | 52°F | 39% | 0.1in | 9.0h | 4.6/10 | 5.8/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 28°F | 43°F | 36% | 0.1in | 8.9h | 4.1/10 | 7.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Nikko averages 43°F, 36% rainy days and 8.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.1/10.
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Comparison
December vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 7.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +19°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +48%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Nikko in December
Is December a good time to visit Nikko?
Yes, December is an excellent time for skiing (score 7.6/10). With 43°F max and 36% precipitation, snow conditions are good.
Can you ski in Nikko in December?
Yes, December is excellent for skiing (score 7.6/10). With 43°F max and 36% precipitation, snow conditions are good.
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