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Kobe weather in December

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Kobe December weather at a glance

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In December, Kobe averages 8.2°C, with typical highs of 11.2°C and lows of 5.5°C. The historical average is 4 wet days and 70% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in December, it is 9.1°C warmer than Seoul, with a similar number of wet days.

Kobe December temperature & humidity

Average8.2°CHigh 11.2° / low 5.5°
Humidity70%
Wet days4 days11% of days
Day–night range5.7°

Kobe December rain & wet days

Wet days4 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days11%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Kobe in December

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 11.2°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 5.5°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
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Kobe December sunrise & sunset times

2026 December · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th06:59
Sunset on the 15th16:50
Daylight duration9h 51m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-12-0106:4816:4810h 1m
2026-12-1506:5916:509h 51m
2026-12-3107:0616:589h 52m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

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Best months to visit Kobe

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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December weather by year

December 20247.5°1 wet days, 67% humidity
December 20258.8°6 wet days, 73% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

118°11°
217°12°
311°3°
48°2°
510°5°
610°4°
714°7°
815°9°
912°6°
1013°7°
1116°7°
1210°4°
1310°3°
1412°7°10mm
1510°5°
1611°5°
1714°8°2.4mm
1812°7°
1913°6°
2018°11°
2115°9°10mm
229°5°
2312°4°5.9mm
2413°9°12mm
2512°6°5.2mm
266°2°
278°1°
2810°3°
2911°4°
3013°7°
319°3°

Frequently asked questions

What is Kobe weather like in December?

In December, Kobe averages 8.2°C, with typical highs of 11.2°C and lows of 5.5°C. The historical average is 4 wet days and 70% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is good.

Does it rain a lot in Kobe in December?

There are about 4 wet days in December. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Kobe in December?

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings.

What are the best months to visit Kobe?

Recent weather data rates November, December among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Kobe weather in December in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Kobe in December?

On 2026-12-15, calculated sunrise is 06:59 and sunset is 16:50 in local time (Asia/Tokyo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations