December · China
Best time to visit Nanjing in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nanjing in December
Average temperature 3°C, 31 mm of rain, about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.0/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 31 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 2
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Nanjing scores 6.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 3°C, 31 mm of rain, and roughly 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nanjing is a former Chinese capital on the Yangtze, known for Ming walls, plane trees and its memorials.
December in Nanjing: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 3°C (38°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
With around 31 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.9 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 6/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Nanjing — 2.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nanjing in December?
- In December, Nanjing averages 3°C, 31 mm of rain, and about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Nanjing?
- December earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nanjing in December?
- Expect about 31 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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