Xiangtan weather in December (Hunan, China)

Thinking of visiting Xiangtan in December? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

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

Precipitation

Xiangtan in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Historically, the month has about 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 103 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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