December · China
Best time to visit Suzhou in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Suzhou in December
Average temperature 5°C, 28 mm of rain, about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% 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
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 28 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 1
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Suzhou scores 6.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 5°C, 28 mm of rain, and roughly 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Suzhou's classical gardens, canals and silk workshops inspired the saying, paradise on earth.
December in Suzhou: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages 5°C (40°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Expect 28 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10 daylight hours.
It scores 6/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 8.2/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? May scores 2.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Suzhou in December?
- In December, Suzhou averages 5°C, 28 mm of rain, and about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Suzhou?
- 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 Suzhou in December?
- Expect about 28 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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