December · China
Best time to visit Terracotta Army in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Terracotta Army in December
Average temperature 1°C, 9 mm of rain, about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.0/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 1°C
- Rainfall
- 9 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 3
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Terracotta Army scores 6.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 1°C, 9 mm of rain, and roughly 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Terracotta Army fills pits outside Xi'an with thousands of life-size clay soldiers made for China's first emperor.
December in Terracotta Army — middling scores, decent value
At 1°C (34°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
At just 9 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.7 hours of daylight.
That is 6/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 8.8/10 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, April is materially better in Terracotta Army — 2.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Terracotta Army in December?
- In December, Terracotta Army averages 1°C, 9 mm of rain, and about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Terracotta Army?
- 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 Terracotta Army in December?
- Expect about 9 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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