Karuizawa vs Kyoto in December

Kyoto is the better pick in December — 71 vs 58 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Karuizawa is cold, a little rain, clean air.

Karuizawa vs KyotoDecember climate, side by side

KaruizawaKyoto
Comfort score58/100 (D)71/100 (B)
Feels-like high1°C8°C
Avg high / low6° / -6°12° / 3°
Rainfall48 mm57 mm
Rainy days87
Humidity72%79%
Air quality (AQI)3243

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

Karuizawa vs Kyoto in December — FAQ

Is December better in Karuizawa or Kyoto?
Kyoto is the better pick in December — 71 vs 58 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Karuizawa is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Karuizawa vs Kyoto in December?
In December, Karuizawa averages 6°C high / -6°C low with about 48 mm of rain; Kyoto averages 12°C high / 3°C low with about 57 mm.