December 17 is generally a great time to visit Hakone. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather. As it's peak season for Hakone, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Hakone
Currency
JPY
¥ Japanese yen
Language
Japanese
Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.336
Hakone Weather Forecast for December 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.2°C. 19% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Hakone in December
Based on historical data for December 17, Hakone typically experiences temperatures between 4.6°C and 11.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Hakone
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
11.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
19%
Avg 1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~19% chance
Pressure
1016 hPa
Medium volatility
Hakone Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 78% 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
5.9°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Japan
Flight Traffic
High
90/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~624
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Hakone
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:47
☀️ Noon
11:40
🌇 Sunset
16:34
⏱️ Daylight
9h 47m
Wind Speed
9.4 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
7.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
70%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Hakone
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.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Active seismic zone. Multiple earthquakes per year.
Volcanic Activity
Nearest: Mount Fuji
37.3km away
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, Hakone on December 17 averages 11.2°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 76/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Hakone Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 10
12.2°C • 18% rain
Score
82
December 11
11.9°C • 19% rain
Score
80
December 12
11.8°C • 21% rain
Score
79
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📍 Is Hakone Worth Visiting on December 17?
Planning a trip to Hakone on December 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.2°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 624 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Japan, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 15°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 0.2°C in 2016.