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Qilian weather in December (China)

Interested in knowing the climate of Qilian in December? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Qilian includes very low temperatures and low snowfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately -7°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -23°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Qilian in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 5 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. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 2 days of snow.

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

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

 

Qilian, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 7%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 5 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  

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?

Visitors traveling to Qilian should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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