December · China
Best time to visit Guilin in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guilin in December
Average temperature 10°C, 49 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 61% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.7/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
- Humidity
- 61%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Guilin scores 8.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 10°C, 49 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guilin's karst peaks and rivers make it the classic scene of southern China.
December ranks 2nd of 12 for Guilin — one of the best windows
December averages 10°C (50°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 49 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.6 hours of daylight.
A 8.7/10 puts this among the year's best months in Guilin (2nd of 12); only October scores higher, at 9.4/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Guilin in December?
- In December, Guilin averages 10°C, 49 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Guilin?
- December earns a 8.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guilin in December?
- Expect about 49 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 61% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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