December · China
Best time to visit Beijing in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Beijing in December
Average temperature -5°C, 5 mm of rain, about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 54% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.0/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -5°C
- Rainfall
- 5 mm
- Humidity
- 54%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 1
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Beijing scores 5.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around -5°C, 5 mm of rain, and roughly 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Imperial landmarks and hutong life feel best from late spring through early autumn.
December in Beijing: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages -5°C (24°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Precipitation is light at 5 mm (mostly snow at altitude), with about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.2 hours of daylight.
It scores 5/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? May scores 5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Beijing in December?
- In December, Beijing averages -5°C, 5 mm of rain, and about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Beijing?
- December earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Beijing in December?
- Expect about 5 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 54% and there are about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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