Kyoto vs Nikko in December

Kyoto is the better pick in December — 71 vs 64 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Nikko is cold, a little rain, clean air.

Kyoto vs NikkoDecember climate, side by side

KyotoNikko
Comfort score71/100 (B)64/100 (C)
Feels-like high8°C4°C
Avg high / low12° / 3°7° / -1°
Rainfall57 mm56 mm
Rainy days710
Humidity79%74%
Air quality (AQI)4333

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

Kyoto vs Nikko in December — FAQ

Is December better in Kyoto or Nikko?
Kyoto is the better pick in December — 71 vs 64 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Nikko is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Kyoto vs Nikko in December?
In December, Kyoto averages 12°C high / 3°C low with about 57 mm of rain; Nikko averages 7°C high / -1°C low with about 56 mm.