The Li River: A Journey Through China’s Most Breathtaking Landscape
Explore the Li River, China's breathtaking landscape with majestic mountains, serene waters, and picturesque views. A must-see for every traveler.
Turfan Weather in December
With daytime temperatures of 1°C (34°F) and nighttime lows of -7°C (19°F), December in Turfan brings very low temperatures during the day. Minimal snow/rainfall makes it a largely dry month.
Rainfall in Turfan in December
Typically around a single day of snow/rainfall are expected, averaging 1.4 mm (0.1 in) for the month. Any rain that does arrive is likely to be light drizzle rather than a proper shower.
Temperature in Turfan in December
Daytime highs in Turfan in December reach 1°C (34°F), with nights around -7°C (19°F). December is known for being in the winter season. Time outdoors is usually more comfortable with proper winter clothing and protection from wind. With lows of -7°C (19°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Turfan. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Turfan Temperature in December
Min Temperature
-7°C (19°F)
Max Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Chance of Rain
5%
Precipitation
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
Rainy days
a single day
Turfan Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Turfan - and find the best time to visit.
Best Places in China in December
Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of China in December →
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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).
What to Wear in Turfan in December
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Turfan in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
What To Do in Turfan in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
-
Cycling2/10 -
Walking2/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping2/10 -
Outdoor sports2/10
Turfan 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Turfan
See the full Turfan climate overview or explore weather in China.
Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Guangzhou
22°C (72°F) Shenzhen22°C (72°F) Hangzhou
13°C (55°F) Chengdu
12°C (54°F) Shanghai12°C (54°F) Xi'an9°C (48°F) Qingdao8°C (46°F) Beijing5°C (41°F) Bucket list
Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
The Li River: A Journey Through China’s Most Breathtaking Landscape
Go to China's Zhangjiajie National Park with the highest, the fastest, largest-loaded outdoor elevator in the world
You won't find this unique landscape anywhere else in the world. Thousands of floating mountains overgrown with trees at the top dominate this fairy tale landscape.
Go to Xinjiang in China
In Xinjiang you get to see a mix of East and Central Asia. An experience that you might want to add to your bucket list. You can travel through the province as if you are following an ancient silk route.
Mount Kailash
The best time for a Kailash tour/trekking is from mid-May to mid-October when the temperature is most pleasant. It is warm, dry and sunny in that period.