Japanese Cities Brace for Winter’s Chill as Temperatures Plunge
December 1, 2024 – A cold spell swept across Japan on December 1st, bringing the first deep freeze of the season for some areas. Cities on the Pacific coast woke up to temperatures below -10°C.
Kyoto and Nara etched seasonal records with the coldest mornings so far, while Okinawa and the Amami Islands surprisingly caught a peek into mid-winter conditions.
The chilly onslaught stems from a high-pressure system over the Pacific Ocean, generating clear skies and a phenomenon called radiative cooling – where heat escapes into space during unobstructed nights.
"Because many parts of the Pacific Ocean are covered in high pressure and sunny, it is believed that the phenomenon of radiative cooling took place during the night, causing heat to enter space, making it even more cold," noted weather experts.
Rikubetsu Shivers with Lowest Temperature
Hokkaido’s Rikubetsu City saw the lowest temperature nationwide, sinking to a frigid -10.3°C. This marked the first time in five days that temperatures dipped below –10°C across Japan, excluding the summit of Mount Fuji.
Seasonal lows Recorded Nationwide
Many locations across northern and eastern Japan felt the chill of early winter, with over 40% of observation points setting new seasonal lows. Saitama and Chiba also experienced their coldest mornings of the season.
"In addition, many other locations have set new records for the lowest temperatures this season, with 239 locations in northern and eastern Japan accounting for more than 40% of the total places of observation," reported weather officials.
Weather Outlook : Daytime Relief, Weekend Chills
While mornings felt bitter, daytime temperatures are expected to climb to near-normal levels across the country. This temperature swing may be especially pronounced in Hokkaido.
"In areas where it was very cold in the morning, the temperature during the day is expected to be around 20 ℃, and the temperature difference from the morning is expected to be slightly greater. Although it is not unusual for Hokkaido, please do not get sick due to the temperature difference," advised weather forecasters.
Meanwhile, colder air projected to sweep over Hokkaido from December 23rd onwards may bring the first snowfall of the season to Mount Asahidake in Daisetsuzan.
"Although daily life is not expected to be affected, we will keep an eye on news of the first snowfall," officials added.
Looking Forward: While the coming weekend promises a taste of winter’s beauty, temperatures are expected to moderate across the country during the day.
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2024-11-30 23:30:00
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