Kyoto vs Nozawa Onsen in December

Nozawa Onsen is the better pick in December — 80 vs 71 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nozawa Onsen is cold, soaked, clean air, while Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air.

Kyoto vs Nozawa OnsenDecember climate, side by side

KyotoNozawa Onsen
Comfort score71/100 (B)80/100 (A)
Feels-like high8°C2°C
Avg high / low12° / 3°5° / -3°
Rainfall57 mm230 mm
Rainy days723
Humidity79%87%
Air quality (AQI)4333

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

Kyoto vs Nozawa Onsen in December — FAQ

Is December better in Kyoto or Nozawa Onsen?
Nozawa Onsen is the better pick in December — 80 vs 71 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nozawa Onsen is cold, soaked, clean air, while Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Kyoto vs Nozawa Onsen in December?
In December, Kyoto averages 12°C high / 3°C low with about 57 mm of rain; Nozawa Onsen averages 5°C high / -3°C low with about 230 mm.