Nozawa Onsen vs Tokyo in December

Nozawa Onsen is the better pick in December — 80 vs 69 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nozawa Onsen is cold, soaked, clean air, while Tokyo is cold, a little rain.

Nozawa Onsen vs TokyoDecember climate, side by side

Nozawa OnsenTokyo
Comfort score80/100 (A)69/100 (C)
Feels-like high2°C9°C
Avg high / low5° / -3°12° / 4°
Rainfall230 mm52 mm
Rainy days237
Humidity87%73%
Air quality (AQI)3398

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

Nozawa Onsen vs Tokyo in December — FAQ

Is December better in Nozawa Onsen or Tokyo?
Nozawa Onsen is the better pick in December — 80 vs 69 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nozawa Onsen is cold, soaked, clean air, while Tokyo is cold, a little rain.
What is the weather like in Nozawa Onsen vs Tokyo in December?
In December, Nozawa Onsen averages 5°C high / -3°C low with about 230 mm of rain; Tokyo averages 12°C high / 4°C low with about 52 mm.