2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Osaka in December

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

December is a good time to visit Osaka. Osaka has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 11°C, lows of 3°C, and approximately 4 rainy days per month.

Avg High

11°C

Avg Low

3°C

Rainy days

4days

Daylight

9.8h

Is December a good time to visit Osaka?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:58 AM

Sunset

4:49 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 11°C 3°C 9 Good
February 11°C 2°C 7 Good
March 14°C 5°C 11 Excellent (best)
April 16°C 8°C 5 Excellent (best)
May 23°C 15°C 14 Wet
June 27°C 20°C 10 Good
July 28°C 23°C 24 Wet
August 34°C 26°C 6 Good
September 29°C 22°C 16 Wet
October 22°C 13°C 10 Excellent (best)
November 17°C 9°C 6 Excellent (best)
December 11°C 3°C 4 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

Planning a trip to Osaka?

Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Osaka? +

December is typically Good for visiting Osaka, with average highs of 11°C and around 4 rainy days.

What should I pack for Osaka in December? +

With highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Osaka in December? +

Osaka typically sees around 4 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Osaka in December? +

In December, Osaka gets approximately 9.8 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Osaka? +

No, December is not peak season in Osaka. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Osaka? +

The best months to visit Osaka are March, April, October, November, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Tokyo)

Last Updated: January 2026

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