Urumqi weather in December (Xinjiang, China)
Looking to travel to Urumqi in December? This guide provides all the details you need.
In December, Urumqi generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -4°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -13°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
Urumqi in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 13 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 8 days of snow.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 146 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Urumqi. May, June and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Urumqi climate page with graphs.
Urumqi, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-13°C
Max Temperature
-4°C
Chance of Rain
26%
Precipitation
13 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
82%
Windspeed
4 km/h
Sunshine
146 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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So, what should you wear in Urumqi in December?
Visitors traveling to Urumqi should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
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