What to pack for Taiyuan in December
- serious winter gear: insulated coat, thermal layers
Humidity averages 37%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How December compares
Best months in Taiyuan: April–May & September–October. See the full best time to visit Taiyuan guide.
Taiyuan in December: the details
In December, Taiyuan sees average daytime highs of 3°C (37°F) and overnight lows of -7°C (20°F). Rainfall totals roughly 4 mm across 1.2 rainy days, and the sun shines about 8.2 hours per day with 9.4 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 37%.
In context: December is the coldest month of the year and the driest in Taiyuan. The sunniest month is June (10.2 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 3°C / 37°F |
| Overnight low | -7°C / 20°F |
| Rainfall | 4 mm over 1.2 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 8.2 h/day (9.4 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 37% |
| Travel score | 2.7 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Taiyuan, China (37.87, 112.56) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Taiyuan in December?
Daytime highs in Taiyuan in December average 3°C (37°F); nights drop to about -7°C.
Does it rain in Taiyuan in December?
Expect around 1.2 rainy days and 4 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Taiyuan?
December is a challenging month to visit Taiyuan — consider April–May & September–October instead. Overall travel score: 2.7/10. The best months are April–May & September–October.
Where should you go next month?
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