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Sichuan Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sichuan, China in December.

Are you planning a trip a to Sichuan, China in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Sichuan in December

Sichuan, China is a region in China. Sichuan, China offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In December, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to mild, and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Aba at -6°C (21°F) and mild in Suining at 13°C (55°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Suining and -23°C (-9°F) in Aba.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Sichuan, China, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Daocheng with an average of 8.8 mm (0.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Dujiangyan with 80 mm (3.1 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Chengdu, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Chengdu receives about 50 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Sichuan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sichuan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Chengdu)

Best Places to Visit in Sichuan in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sichuan.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Sichuan

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Sichuan, China?

Temperature range in Sichuan (December)

Precipitation variation in Sichuan (December)

Chengdu

In December Chengdu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
57 hours
50 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Emeishan

In December Emeishan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Jiuzhaigou

In December Jiuzhaigou generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-16°C (3°F)
Monthly snowfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Mianyang

In December Mianyang generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Ya'an

In December Ya'an generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sichuan, in China.

In our records: China December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in China in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in China dropped to -50°C (-58°F) in Ergun on December 31, 2009.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sichuan in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chengdu 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Emeishan 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jiuzhaigou -2°C (28°F) -16°C (3°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mianyang 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Ya'an 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Xichang 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)

Sichuan weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sichuan, China in December?

Sichuan, China typically experiences tolerable weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Chengdu average around 12°C (54°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Sichuan, China in December?

Average temperatures in Sichuan, China during December range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Chengdu.

Does Sichuan, China get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Chengdu averages just 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Sichuan, China.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Sichuan, China?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Sichuan, China with overall tolerable weather in Chengdu. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Sichuan, China is in March, April, May, October and November with generally perfect weather in Chengdu. In contrast, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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