December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in China, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

As China enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) of November to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C). The nights of December in China anticipate an average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

In China, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In China, in December, during 8.8 snowfall days, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In China, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.1 days and aggregates up to 32.87" (835mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In China, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in China, records 32.5°F (0.3°C), while the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In China, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In China, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In China, in December, during 8.8 snowfall days, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in China is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in China?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In China, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
China, ME

Average temperature in December - China, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - China, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - China, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - China, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - China, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - China, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - China, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - China, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - China, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - China, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - China, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - China, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - China, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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