Beijing weather in December (Beijing Area, China)
What is the weather forecast for Beijing in December? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
In December, Beijing tends to experience low temperatures and almost no snow/rainfall. December is part of winter. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 5°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -6°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.
Precipitation
Beijing in December usually receives almost no snow/rainfall, averaging around 4.6 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 2 days of snow/rain this month.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 172 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Beijing. April, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Beijing climate page with graphs.
Beijing, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-6°C
Max Temperature
5°C
Chance of Rain
5%
Precipitation
4.6 mm
Rainy days
2 days
Humidity
47%
Sunshine
172 hours
Percentage Sunshine
62%
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
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