Changsha weather in December (Hunan, China)

Curious about the December weather in Changsha? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Changsha generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 13°C, while nights can cool down to about 5°C.

Changsha in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.

The area enjoys a balanced 103 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures October generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, May, June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Changsha climate page with graphs.

 

Changsha, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 55 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 77%  

Sunshine 103 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 32%  

Where to go in China in December

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Changsha in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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