Jinan Weather in December

 Season: Winter

December is one of the coldest months of the year in Jinan. Temperatures often dip below freezing and it’s frigid even on sunny days. Windy days are unexceptional and snowfall is possible.
  Average Temperature: -4 - 6℃ (25 - 43℉)
 Recorded Highest Temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
 Recorded Lowest Temperature: -16℃ (3℉)

Jinan weather in December is dominated by winter coldness. The daytime maximum temperature rarely rises above 10 degrees Celcius (50 degrees Fahrenheit) while daily minimum temperatures frequently plummet to below freezing, around -2℃ (28℉). During snowy days, the minimum temperature can even drop below -10℃ (14℉). You may be shivering when going outdoors although bundled up and fingers would be numbed without gloves. 

Notably, bone-chilling winds are commonplace in winter which attack you through your leaky clothes and lower perceived temperatures. For more than 10 days in this month, there are piercing cold winds. 

 Average Precipitation: 8mm

It is one of the driest months in Jinan throughout the year and snowfall is usually light. There is some expectation of occasional heavy snow but the downtown area might not have thick snow cover.
  Sunrise time: 07:05 - 07:23
 Sunset time: 16:56 - 17:05

Days in December are the shortest in the year, which means you must speed up your daytime activities. But there are also some advantages. For instance, Lights of Chaoran Pavilion on Daming Lake are turned on earlier, at 17:50 and you can go there earlier to enjoy the amazing night views.
 You may pin your hope on beautiful snow scenes but snowfall is not guaranteed in this month as it’s after all the dry season with a little precipitation. In other words, it’s not worthy investing your precious travel time and money in such a freezing month with everything withering to bet on unpredictable snow views. In addition, strong winds and dry weather are common, and some visitors may even experience nosebleeds due to excessive dryness in their nasal passages. Besides, in winter, the water level of Baotu Spring drops, and it gushes just slightly. 

If you have already planned a trip in December, 2026, the following recommendations and advice may help.
  Clothes: Dress in layers to beat the bitter coldness. A down coat should be the outermost layer. Overly thick sweaters overheat you indoors so pack light and thermal underwear. Don’t ignore your lower body. Pants with fleece and thermal leggings are essential in the gusty weather. 

 Shoes: Insulated boots or snow boots are the best to keep your toes warm.

 Others: A beanie, a scarf, a pair of gloves and facemasks are the essentials to protect yourself from the chilly winds. Lip balm and body lotion are useful in the dry season.
 Jinan has warm and clear spring waters awaiting your arrival in the gelid winter. What’s more, if you are lucky enough to encounter with a snowfall, the city never makes you disappointed. 

 The Baotu Spring, with its year-round temperature of 18°C, steams up white mist in the frigid air, contributing to a fairyland like world. 
 On snowy days, the Chaoran Tower on Daming Lake is capped with snow, and withered lotus leaves and branches are draped in silver, creating a picturesque scene. 
  After long time outdoor activities, Shandong Provincial Museum can be a warm shelter for you. You cannot miss a cultural journey in this historical city. 
 The road along the spring waters would be icy and slippery, so as others after snow, so prepare a pair of non-slip shoes.