December 12 is generally a great time to visit Fukuoka. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Fukuoka right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Fukuoka
Currency
JPY
¥ Japanese yen
Language
Japanese
Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.336
Fukuoka Weather Forecast for December 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.3°C. 20% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Fukuoka in December
Based on historical data for December 12, Fukuoka typically experiences temperatures between 6.1°C and 12.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Fukuoka
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
20%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
63%
Overcast
Pressure
1021.8 hPa
Medium volatility
Fukuoka Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 79% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Japan
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~296
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Fukuoka
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:14
☀️ Noon
12:13
🌇 Sunset
17:12
⏱️ Daylight
9h 57m
Wind Speed
16.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Fukuoka
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
Typhoon Risk
Year-round risk present
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Fukuoka on December 12 averages 12.3°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 81/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Fukuoka Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 5
12.7°C • 19% rain
Score
83
December 6
12.5°C • 16% rain
Score
83
December 9
12.4°C • 20% rain
Score
82
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Fukuoka Worth Visiting on December 12?
Planning a trip to Fukuoka on December 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.3°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 296 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Japan, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 16°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.43m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.4°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 2.2°C in 2017.