Monthly climate guide
Tokyo weather in December
With highs near 11°C (51°F) and lows around 1°C (33°F), December feels cool in Tokyo. Rainfall averages about 59 mm (some rain) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 5°C cooler than November and 3°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Meiji Shrine and Senso-ji Temple.
- Just 100 km apart, but Tokyo runs about 4°C warmer than Maebashi this month.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Tokyo than December.
Avg high
11°C
51°F
Avg low
1°C
33°F
Rainfall
59 mm
some rain
Humidity
78%
relative
Sky
48%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Tokyo weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C / 46°F | -2°C / 29°F | 55 mm | 76% | 43% |
| February | 9°C / 48°F | -1°C / 30°F | 66 mm | 77% | 57% |
| March | 13°C / 55°F | 2°C / 35°F | 112 mm | 77% | 59% |
| April | 18°C / 64°F | 7°C / 44°F | 134 mm | 77% | 64% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 132 mm | 78% | 66% |
| June | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 62°F | 197 mm | 83% | 82% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 21°C / 70°F | 183 mm | 84% | 77% |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 130 mm | 82% | 66% |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 19°C / 66°F | 239 mm | 84% | 73% |
| October | 21°C / 70°F | 12°C / 54°F | 214 mm | 83% | 68% |
| November | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 43°F | 91 mm | 82% | 56% |
| December | 11°C / 51°F | 1°C / 33°F | 59 mm | 78% | 48% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is December a good time to visit Tokyo?
Our Tokyo guide recommends: March to May for cherry blossoms, or September to November for mild temperatures and autumn colour.
Get an IC card (Suica or Pasmo) on arrival — it works across nearly all trains, subways, and buses, and at many convenience stores.
Best time to visit Tokyo →Other Japan cities in December
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Tokyo in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Tokyo?
December is cool in Tokyo, with highs around 11°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Tokyo in December?
Average highs are about 11°C (51°F) and average lows about 1°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in December?
Tokyo typically gets around 59 mm of rain in December — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
March to May for cherry blossoms, or September to November for mild temperatures and autumn colour.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Tokyo (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.