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Nara weather in December

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

Nara December weather at a glance

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In December, Nara averages 6.7°C, with typical highs of 11.1°C and lows of 2.9°C. The historical average is 6 wet days and 75% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in December, it is 7.6°C warmer than Seoul, with a similar number of wet days.

Nara December temperature & humidity

Average6.7°CHigh 11.1° / low 2.9°
Humidity75%
Wet days6 days18% of days
Day–night range8.2°

Nara December rain & wet days

Wet days6 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days18%Not a forecast probability

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

What to wear in Nara 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 11.1°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low 2.9°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
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Nara December sunrise & sunset times

2026 December · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th06:56
Sunset on the 15th16:47
Daylight duration9h 51m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-12-0106:4516:4610h 1m
2026-12-1506:5616:479h 51m
2026-12-3107:0416:569h 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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Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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December weather by year

December 20246.2°1 wet days, 71% humidity
December 20257.3°10 wet days, 78% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

118°6°
218°9°
312°2°
47°2°
510°3°
611°0°
714°2°
815°6°2.2mm
911°4°
1012°2°
1115°3°
1210°5°
1310°0°1.2mm
1412°6°14mm
1510°2°
1611°2°
1713°4°2.4mm
1811°3°
1913°-1°
2018°6°
2114°9°15mm
229°3°
2314°-1°5.3mm
2413°8°12mm
2512°7°8.9mm
267°1°1.4mm
277°-1°
2810°1°
2911°-1°
3013°5°1.1mm
319°2°

Frequently asked questions

What is Nara weather like in December?

In December, Nara averages 6.7°C, with typical highs of 11.1°C and lows of 2.9°C. The historical average is 6 wet days and 75% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is fair.

Does it rain a lot in Nara in December?

There are about 6 wet days in December. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Nara 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 Nara?

Recent weather data rates November among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Nara 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 Nara in December?

On 2026-12-15, calculated sunrise is 06:56 and sunset is 16:47 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