Japan Fukuoka Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Fukuoka is moderate
December is moderate for Fukuoka.
Cold but festive. Hakata Christmas Market authentic German feel. Motsunabe + mizutaki season peak. New Year Dec 29-Jan 3 brings closure.
Travel score
Fukuoka December Weather Stats
Avg High
12°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
9
75mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
16°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
10°C
Nighttime
3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hakata Christmas Market
- Onsen + nabe peak
- Pre-New Year prices
- Clear cold skies
Cons
- 5-12°C cold
- Daylight 9.5h
- Dec 29-Jan 3 closures
December Events & Festivals
- Hakata Christmas Market (Hakata Station)
- New Year preparation
Fukuoka in December — Full Picture
Cold but festive. Hakata Christmas Market authentic German feel. Motsunabe + mizutaki season peak. New Year Dec 29-Jan 3 brings closure.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cold. Warm coat + sweater + scarf.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19°C
11°C
10/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
22.7°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22.7°C
15.7°C
8.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current11°C
4°C
8.7/mo
Fukuoka Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | 3° | 9d·75mm | 4h | 65% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 4° | 8d·70mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| March (Best) | 15° | 7° | 10d·110mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 19° | 11° | 10d·110mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 23° | 15° | 10d·130mm | 7h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak | |
| 26° | 19° | 14d·280mm | 5h | 75% | 7 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·320mm | 5h | 75% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 25° | 9d·175mm | 6h | 73% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 21° | 11d·175mm | 6h | 70% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 23° | 16° | 7d·80mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 17° | 10° | 8d·90mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Busy | Peak |
| 12° | 5° | 9d·75mm | 5h | 65% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Fukuoka?
Fukuoka in December is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Fukuoka in December?
Fukuoka December averages a high of 12°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Fukuoka in December?
Fukuoka December averages 75mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Fukuoka in December?
Cold. Warm coat + sweater + scarf.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Fukuoka in December?
Fukuoka December sunrise is 07:20 and sunset is 17:15, with 9h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Fukuoka in December?
Fukuoka December air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Fukuoka in December?
In December, Fukuoka is great for Hakata Christmas Market, Yufuin onsen, Motsunabe + mizutaki nabe.
Is December peak season in Fukuoka?
Fukuoka December crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.