Hakuba vs Kyoto in December

Hakuba is the better pick in December — 81 vs 71 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Hakuba is cold, soaked, clean air, while Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air.

Hakuba vs KyotoDecember climate, side by side

HakubaKyoto
Comfort score81/100 (A)71/100 (B)
Feels-like high1°C8°C
Avg high / low4° / -3°12° / 3°
Rainfall247 mm57 mm
Rainy days237
Humidity84%79%
Air quality (AQI)3443

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Hakuba vs Kyoto in December — FAQ

Is December better in Hakuba or Kyoto?
Hakuba is the better pick in December — 81 vs 71 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Hakuba is cold, soaked, clean air, while Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Hakuba vs Kyoto in December?
In December, Hakuba averages 4°C high / -3°C low with about 247 mm of rain; Kyoto averages 12°C high / 3°C low with about 57 mm.