Monthly climate guide
Hiroshima weather in December
Expect cool weather in Hiroshima in December: afternoons reach about 9°C (47°F), while nights drop to around 0°C (33°F). Around 87 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 6°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- In Hiroshima, December is early winter.
- Just 70 km apart, but Hiroshima runs about 3°C cooler than Matsuyama this month.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Hiroshima than December.
Avg high
9°C
47°F
Avg low
0°C
33°F
Rainfall
87 mm
some rain
Humidity
84%
relative
Sky
74%
cloud · often cloudy
Hiroshima weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 43°F | -1°C / 29°F | 62 mm | 84% | 74% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | -1°C / 30°F | 70 mm | 83% | 75% |
| March | 12°C / 54°F | 1°C / 34°F | 103 mm | 80% | 65% |
| April | 17°C / 63°F | 6°C / 42°F | 128 mm | 78% | 64% |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 52°F | 120 mm | 77% | 63% |
| June | 25°C / 77°F | 16°C / 61°F | 239 mm | 83% | 80% |
| July | 29°C / 83°F | 21°C / 70°F | 255 mm | 86% | 74% |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 71°F | 135 mm | 83% | 65% |
| September | 26°C / 78°F | 17°C / 63°F | 200 mm | 84% | 72% |
| October | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 52°F | 130 mm | 83% | 62% |
| November | 15°C / 59°F | 6°C / 42°F | 71 mm | 84% | 64% |
| December | 9°C / 47°F | 0°C / 33°F | 87 mm | 84% | 74% |
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 Hiroshima?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Hiroshima →Other Japan cities in December
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Hiroshima in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Hiroshima?
December is cool in Hiroshima, with highs around 9°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Hiroshima in December?
Average highs are about 9°C (47°F) and average lows about 0°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Hiroshima in December?
Hiroshima typically gets around 87 mm of rain in December — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Hiroshima (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.