Weather in December in Shanxi
Planning a trip to Shanxi this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Shanxi in December?
Shanxi is a region in China. The weather in Shanxi in December can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and almost no precipitation. December is a winter month.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Taihuai at -2°C to cold in Yuncheng at 7°C. At night it cools down to -3°C in Yuncheng and -14°C in Taihuai. In numerous regions in China, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.For specific regional insights in Shanxi, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
December is a very dry month with an average snow/rainfall of around 4.6 mm in Taiyuan. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Taiyuan, marking it as the year's driest month.Average sunshine
Taiyuan enjoys a balanced 162 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Shanxi climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit China, check out our Shanxi's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Shanxi?
Taiyuan
In December Taiyuan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and almost no monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Pingyao
In December Pingyao generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and almost no monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Datong
In December Datong generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C and almost no monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Linfen
In December Linfen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Yuncheng
In December Yuncheng generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Shanxi, in China.
Is December the best time to visit Shanxi?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Taiyuan, December may not be the ideal time to visit Shanxi.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and September offering mostly perfect weather in Taiyuan. The weather in January and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Shanxi.
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