Monthly climate guide
Fukuoka weather in December
With highs near 10°C (50°F) and lows around 2°C (36°F), December feels cool in Fukuoka. Rainfall averages about 78 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 6°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- Just 50 km apart, but Fukuoka runs about 2°C cooler than Kitakyushu this month.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Fukuoka than December.
- Rain is well below Fukuoka's usual level (around 53% less).
- In Fukuoka, December is early winter.
Avg high
10°C
50°F
Avg low
2°C
36°F
Rainfall
78 mm
some rain
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
69%
cloud · often cloudy
Fukuoka weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C / 47°F | 0°C / 33°F | 69 mm | 79% | 70% |
| February | 10°C / 50°F | 1°C / 33°F | 88 mm | 79% | 70% |
| March | 14°C / 57°F | 4°C / 38°F | 112 mm | 77% | 64% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 8°C / 46°F | 139 mm | 78% | 63% |
| May | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 55°F | 137 mm | 78% | 65% |
| June | 27°C / 80°F | 18°C / 64°F | 330 mm | 84% | 81% |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 72°F | 370 mm | 85% | 75% |
| August | 31°C / 88°F | 23°C / 73°F | 234 mm | 83% | 65% |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 19°C / 66°F | 212 mm | 85% | 69% |
| October | 22°C / 71°F | 13°C / 55°F | 128 mm | 83% | 58% |
| November | 17°C / 62°F | 8°C / 46°F | 86 mm | 81% | 59% |
| December | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 36°F | 78 mm | 80% | 69% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Fukuoka?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Fukuoka →Other Japan cities in December
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Fukuoka in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Fukuoka?
December is cool in Fukuoka, with highs around 10°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Fukuoka in December?
Average highs are about 10°C (50°F) and average lows about 2°C (36°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Fukuoka in December?
Fukuoka typically gets around 78 mm of rain in December — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Fukuoka (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.