Xi'an weather in December (Shaanxi, China)
Curious about the December weather in Xi'an? This guide provides all the details you need.
In December, Xi'an generally has low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 9°C. But by evening, they drop to around -2°C.
Xi'an in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 14 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 4 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.
The city usually sees around 83 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Xi'an. April, May and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, July and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Xi'an climate page with graphs.
Xi'an, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-2°C
Max Temperature
9°C
Chance of Rain
14%
Precipitation
14 mm
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
69%
Windspeed
4 km/h
Sunshine
83 hours
Percentage Sunshine
31%
Where to go in China in December
Find out more about the weather in China in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Xi'an in December?
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 in December.
Interested in more climate information?
Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Xi'an.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to China? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in China. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
