Temperature in Yunnan in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Yunnan, China this December.

Yunnan, China, a region in China, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 1°C (34°F) in Deqen to 25°C (77°F) in Jinghong. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Jinghong and -13°C (9°F) in Deqen. The month of December is in the winter season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Yunnan, China in December?

Discover the typical December temperatures for the most popular locations of Yunnan on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Yunnan temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Yunnan, China in December?

Daytime temperatures in Lijiang typically peak at 14°C (57°F) in December, putting it in the moderate range.

How cold does it get at night in Yunnan, China in December?

After dark, Lijiang cools to about -1°C (30°F) on an average December night.

What is the warmest city in December in Yunnan, China?

Based on our systematic data collection, Jinghong has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 25°C (77°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 12°C (54°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Yunnan, China?

According to our data, Deqen holds the title for the coldest city in Yunnan, China in December. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 1°C (34°F) and drops to lows of about -13°C (9°F) during the night.

How much sun does Yunnan, China get in December?

Lijiang enjoys approximately 265 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

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