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Hotan weather in December (China)

What kind of weather does December bring to Hotan? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

During December, Hotan usually has low temperatures and almost no snow/rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 4°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -7°C. With the coldest weather of the year, this month demands extra warmth. Be sure to layer up to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Hotan in December usually receives almost no snow/rainfall, averaging around 2.4 mm for the month. Experience the driest month of the year, where clear skies and little rain are the norms. It's a great time to be outdoors. Snow/rain is expected on roughly a single day.

Average sunshine

With about 183 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Hotan. April, May, June, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Hotan, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 2.4 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 54%  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 183 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in China in December

Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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