Normal weather for Chengdu in December
It's cool in December in Chengdu with an average temperature of 12°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 10°C to a high of 14°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 9°C.
In December, there is an average of 11 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,6 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Chengdu in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
12°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
14°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
10°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
11 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,6 cm | 1,2 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 1 day | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Chengdu with cool temperatures, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights close to 8°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 12°C, with nights close to 6°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Chengdu will be around 12°C, with nights close to 5°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
The typhoon season in Chengdu runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Chengdu in December
With 19°C, Chengdu hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -3°C to a high of 12°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Chengdu
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Chengdu, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Chengdu
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Chengdu, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 5 days of rain in Chengdu.
Daily Snowfall in December in Chengdu
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Chengdu, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV Index in December in Chengdu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Chengdu, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Chengdu Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Chengdu, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Chengdu Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Chengdu, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Chengdu per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Chengdu, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in December for Chengdu
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Chengdu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Chengdu by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chengdu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
