December · China
Best time to visit Chengdu in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chengdu in December
Average temperature 8°C, 11 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.5/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 11 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Chengdu scores 7.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 11 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Teahouses, pandas, and a stubbornly slow pace define Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan cuisine.
December in Chengdu: strong conditions, 7th of 12
December averages 8°C (46°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 11 mm for the month, with about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.2 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 7.5/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 8.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chengdu in December?
- In December, Chengdu averages 8°C, 11 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Chengdu?
- December earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chengdu in December?
- Expect about 11 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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