Xiangtan weather in December (Hunan, China)

What can you expect from the weather in Xiangtan during December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Xiangtan typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 13°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 5°C.

Xiangtan in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 103 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days October typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, February, May, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Xiangtan, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 56 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 103 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 32% *  

* Data from: Changsha, China (39 KM, 24 Miles).

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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 Xiangtan in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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