Kyoto vs Yakushima in December

Kyoto is the better pick in December — 71 vs 67 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Yakushima is cold, rainy, clean air.

Kyoto vs YakushimaDecember climate, side by side

KyotoYakushima
Comfort score71/100 (B)67/100 (C)
Feels-like high8°C5°C
Avg high / low12° / 3°10° / 7°
Rainfall57 mm123 mm
Rainy days715
Humidity79%64%
Air quality (AQI)4344

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

Kyoto vs Yakushima in December — FAQ

Is December better in Kyoto or Yakushima?
Kyoto is the better pick in December — 71 vs 67 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Yakushima is cold, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Kyoto vs Yakushima in December?
In December, Kyoto averages 12°C high / 3°C low with about 57 mm of rain; Yakushima averages 10°C high / 7°C low with about 123 mm.