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December is a poor month in Ürümqi

Climate Overview

Ürümqi, China in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -2.9°C (27°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around 0°C (31°F) at the start to -4°C (26°F) by month's end.

December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 12 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 4th, averaging -0.3°C (31°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 7°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
-3°C / -13°C
Feels Like
-7°C / -18°C
Rain
4 days · 12 mm
Sunshine
7.2h / day
Humidity
58% — Moderate
Wind
14 km/h
Wind Direction
SSW (203°)
Gusts
22 km/h
Daylight
9 h
Cloud Cover
40%
Clear Sky Days
10.5
UV Index
1.8 — Low
Dew Point
-15°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
6 days · 8.9 cm
Frost Days
31 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:36
Daylight 8.9h
Sunset 16:33

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of -3°C (27°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-4°C / -14°C
Feels Like
-8°C / -19°C
Rain
2days (7 mm) Excellent
Sun
7.7h Good
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
2.2 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
February
Poor
Temp
-1°C / -10°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -15°C
Rain
2days (8 mm) Excellent
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
3.2 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
March
Poor
Temp
9°C / -3°C
Feels Like
6°C / -7°C
Rain
6days (27 mm) Good
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
4.3 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
April
Fair
Temp
18°C / 4°C
Feels Like
15°C / 0°C
Rain
7days (40 mm) Good
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
46% Moderate
UV
5.6 High
Snow Days
1days
May
Good
Temp
23°C / 10°C
Feels Like
20°C / 7°C
Rain
8days (43 mm) Wet
Sun
11.5h Excellent
Humidity
42% Moderate
UV
6.3 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 16°C
Feels Like
27°C / 14°C
Rain
5days (27 mm) Good
Sun
12.2h Excellent
Humidity
37% Comfortable
UV
7 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 19°C
Feels Like
29°C / 17°C
Rain
4days (22 mm) Good
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
37% Comfortable
UV
6.8 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 17°C
Feels Like
27°C / 15°C
Rain
6days (29 mm) Good
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
42% Moderate
UV
6.2 High
September
Good
Temp
23°C / 11°C
Feels Like
20°C / 8°C
Rain
7days (33 mm) Good
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
45% Moderate
UV
4.8 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
14°C / 2°C
Feels Like
10°C / -2°C
Rain
6days (36 mm) Good
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
3.4 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
November
Poor
Temp
4°C / -6°C
Feels Like
1°C / -11°C
Rain
6days (32 mm) Good
Sun
7.7h Good
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
2.3 Moderate
Snow Days
8days
December
Poor
Temp
-3°C / -13°C
Feels Like
-7°C / -18°C
Rain
4days (12 mm) Good
Sun
7.2h Good
Humidity
58% Moderate
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
6days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -4°C / -14°C -8°C / -19°C 2days (7 mm) Excellent 7.7h Good 57% Moderate 2.2 Moderate Poor View Details
February -1°C / -10°C -5°C / -15°C 2days (8 mm) Excellent 8.9h Good 59% Moderate 3.2 Moderate Poor View Details
March 9°C / -3°C 6°C / -7°C 6days (27 mm) Good 10h Excellent 57% Moderate 4.3 Moderate Poor View Details
April 18°C / 4°C 15°C / 0°C 7days (40 mm) Good 10.9h Excellent 46% Moderate 5.6 High Fair View Details
May 23°C / 10°C 20°C / 7°C 8days (43 mm) Wet 11.5h Excellent 42% Moderate 6.3 High Good View Details
June best 28°C / 16°C 27°C / 14°C 5days (27 mm) Good 12.2h Excellent 37% Comfortable 7 High Excellent View Details
July best 31°C / 19°C 29°C / 17°C 4days (22 mm) Good 12.1h Excellent 37% Comfortable 6.8 High Excellent View Details
August best 28°C / 17°C 27°C / 15°C 6days (29 mm) Good 11.2h Excellent 42% Moderate 6.2 High Excellent View Details
September 23°C / 11°C 20°C / 8°C 7days (33 mm) Good 10.3h Excellent 45% Moderate 4.8 Moderate Good View Details
October 14°C / 2°C 10°C / -2°C 6days (36 mm) Good 9h Good 57% Moderate 3.4 Moderate Fair View Details
November 4°C / -6°C 1°C / -11°C 6days (32 mm) Good 7.7h Good 59% Moderate 2.3 Moderate Poor View Details
December -3°C / -13°C -7°C / -18°C 4days (12 mm) Good 7.2h Good 58% Moderate 1.8 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Ürümqi, with average highs of -3°C (27°F) and around 4 rainy days. Ürümqi, China in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -2.9°C (27°F).
Ürümqi typically sees around 4 rainy days in December with 12 mm (0.5 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Ürümqi during December are cold, averaging -13°C (9°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of -3°C (27°F) and lows of -13°C (9°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Ürümqi. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Ürümqi during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Ürümqi gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 7 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Ürümqi typically sees around 6 snow days in December with roughly 9 cm (4 in) of snowfall.

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