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Xi'an Weather in December

Xi'an weather in December is freezing. The temperature change between daytime and nighttime is big. The daytime temperature is about 6°C (42°F), and nighttime temperature may drop to -3 °C (27°F).

The precipitation is very little, ranking as the driest month of the year. It snows occasionally and slightly. The indoor sites are always supplied with heating.

Cloudy days are in the majority, thus the air quality is poor, especially in the morning.

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Averages for Xi'an Weather in December

Temperature: 1°C /34°F

High Temperature: 6°C / 43°F

Low Temperature: -3°C / 27°F

Humidity: 69%

Rainfall: 6 mm

Rainy Days: 3 days

Sunrise: 07:32 ~ 07:50

Sunset: 17:35 ~ 17:45

Air Quality in December
Average AQI:110

What to Wear in Xi'an in December

A down jacket, sweater, thick stockings and boots are needed to cope with the outside coldness. A mouth-muffler is essential to guard against the serious air pollution. Inside you can just wear a thin sweater or a thick long-sleeve T-shirt. Add more clothing in good time when the temperature drops to avoid catching cold.

Where to Go in Xi'an in December

Skiing and skating are seasonal activities for December. Cuihua Mountain Ski Resorts and White Deer Plain Ski Resort are two famous and popular ski resorts in Xi'an. In addition, it is pleasant to soak in a hot spring in winter. The most well-known hot spring of Xi'an is the Tangyu Hotspring in Lantian County in the southern suburb of the city. You can also go to indoor attractions, such as Xi'an Museum, Shaanxi History Museum, and Hanguang Entrance Remains Museum.

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City Wall

Shaanxi History Museum

Xi'an Museum

Ski Resorts

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Other Tips

Use skin care to protect your skin from being damaged by the windy cold and dry weather. It is suggested you drink enough water and eat plenty of fruit and vegetables. Cold medicine should be prepared.

What is the temperature in Xi'an in December?

High/Low Temperatures of Xi'an in December

Air Quality of Xi'an in December

Historical Xi'an Weather in December

Dec	Temperature		Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
Dec	High	Low	Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
1	17.6°C / 63.7°F	3.3°C / 37.9°F	07:32 / 17:35	52
2	13.0°C / 55.4°F	1.0°C / 33.8°F	07:33 / 17:35	59
3	12.1°C / 53.8°F	4.6°C / 40.3°F	07:34 / 17:34	51
4	9.5°C / 49.1°F	1.5°C / 34.7°F	07:35 / 17:34	28
5	3.9°C / 39.0°F	-3.4°C / 25.9°F	07:36 / 17:34	33
6	4.5°C / 40.1°F	-4.6°C / 23.7°F	07:37 / 17:34	48
7	14.6°C / 58.3°F	-1.0°C / 30.2°F	07:37 / 17:34	45
8	17.9°C / 64.2°F	3.1°C / 37.6°F	07:38 / 17:35	38
9	18.8°C / 65.8°F	3.2°C / 37.8°F	07:39 / 17:35	54
10	17.1°C / 62.8°F	4.1°C / 39.4°F	07:40 / 17:35	49
11	11.4°C / 52.5°F	1.8°C / 35.2°F	07:40 / 17:35	53
12	13.3°C / 55.9°F	3.0°C / 37.4°F	07:41 / 17:35	55
13	13.2°C / 55.8°F	1.9°C / 35.4°F	07:42 / 17:36	48
14	9.9°C / 50.0°F	0.5°C / 32.9°F	07:43 / 17:36	62
15	8.6°C / 47.5°F	-1.4°C / 29.5°F	07:43 / 17:36	77
16	11.6°C / 52.9°F	-1.6°C / 29.1°F	07:44 / 17:36	81
17	10.4°C / 50.7°F	-0.2°C / 31.6°F	07:44 / 17:37	77
18	7.1°C / 44.8°F	-1.1°C / 30.0°F	07:45 / 17:37	85
19	14.3°C / 57.7°F	-1.0°C / 30.2°F	07:46 / 17:38	73
20	9.7°C / 49.5°F	2.5°C / 36.5°F	07:46 / 17:38	58
21	8.6°C / 47.5°F	-3.5°C / 25.7°F	07:47 / 17:39	22
22	-1.8°C / 28.8°F	-8.7°C / 16.3°F	07:47 / 17:39	24
23	4.1°C / 39.4°F	-4.0°C / 24.8°F	07:48 / 17:40	35
24	8.7°C / 47.7°F	-4.6°C / 23.7°F	07:48 / 17:40	52
25	5.6°C / 42.1°F	-4.4°C / 24.1°F	07:48 / 17:41	51
26	6.9°C / 44.4°F	0.8°C / 33.4°F	07:49 / 17:41	44
27	3.0°C / 37.4°F	-3.6°C / 25.5°F	07:49 / 17:42	57
28	8.2°C / 46.8°F	2.5°C / 36.5°F	07:50 / 17:43	46
29	4.1°C / 39.4°F	-0.9°C / 30.4°F	07:50 / 17:43	48
30	3.1°C / 37.6°F	-5.3°C / 22.5°F	07:50 / 17:44	66
31	3.8°C / 38.8°F	-5.1°C / 22.8°F	07:50 / 17:45	54

- Last updated on Jun. 10, 2020 -

Questions & Answers on Xi'an Weather in December

Asked by Za from MALYSIA | Nov. 11, 2019 23:06

Can i visit terracotta army in december?

Answers (1)

Answered by Joey from AUSTRALIA | Nov. 13, 2019 19:49

Yes, of course. It opens all year round.

Asked by Kelly Choo from MALAYSIA | Nov. 27, 2018 04:09

I'm going Xi'an this coming 25 December 2018 to 1 Jan. 2019. Any chance of snow fall ?

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Answered by Ward from USA | Nov. 27, 2018 19:55

In general, there would be snowfall starting from December to January. But in recent years, it snows less. So it's not sure about that. You are advised to recheck the weather forecast before going there.

Asked by Ben from MALAYSIA | Nov. 03, 2018 23:49

We are going to Xi'an in December 3rd what's the weather and any chance of snow fall? TQ

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Answered by Raizel from SPAIN | Nov. 06, 2018 18:10

The weather in December in this city is very cold and you need to wear your down coat and thick sweater. In this month, it may snow.

Asked by Simon from MALAYSIA | Oct. 18, 2018 08:13

Travel to Xi'an 25Dec 2018 to 4Jan 2019. Any Snow and air quality. Looking for best skiing site

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Answered by Shay from USA | Oct. 18, 2018 23:26

During your stay, it would be very cold with haze days but it is uncertain whether it snows or not. Some famous skiing sites are recommended to you: White Deer Plain ski resort and Cuihua Mountain ski resort.

Asked by Liya from MALAYSIA | Jul. 20, 2018 13:22

I'm going to xian n beijing this 15-25 Dec 2018 .

What the average temperature?

Answers (1)

Answered by Danna from CANADA | Jul. 22, 2018 20:29

The temperature in Xi'an and BJ may be -7C to 11C. You need to prepare some warm jackets since the weather is too cold.