Weather: December is cold during the daytime and very cold at night. The average high temperature is around 11 °C (52 °F), and the average low temperature is 5 °C (41 °F). December is the driest month in Chengdu with only 5 mm of total rainfall, but it's not as dry as some big northern Chinese cities in winter. It may snow in the mountains, and the sun rarely shines. See the current weather and forecast>>
Clothing: Bring warm clothing like a thick sweater and an overcoat if you plan to be outside for a long time. Also wear gloves and a hat or scarf to avoid catching a cold.
Things to Do
Many tourist attractions are not at their best during December, but you can go to Xiling Snow Mountain and Longchi Forest Park to see the beautiful snowy scenery. Xiling's ski season generally starts in January.
For Panda Lovers: The Panda Reserve is the top spot in China to see pandas. It is among the top three favorite places tourists and their children like. Adults and children like to cuddle with the big teddy bear creatures. It is a big place to walk around in, so bring a coat if it is a chilly day.
A giant panda in the Panda Reserve.The red pandas might fascinate you. They are bigger than cats, but smaller than the big black and white ones, and they are beautiful. These are creatures you may never have seen on TV or video.
Keep warm enjoying the local hot cuisine: Perhaps it is the gloomy cold weather that inspired Sichuan-style cuisine. An excellent way to keep warm with friends and family is to enjoy a hot pot soup with ingredients you choose and add yourself. You can follow the waiter or waitresses advice, or you can concoct a creation of your very own. See 5-Day Chengdu and Bipenggou Tour: Pandas & Skiing!
Low travel season:
December is low travel season. Few tourists come to the city, and discounts on hotel rooms and flights are easy to obtain.
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Chengdu Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data
| Date | Average High | Average Low | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 1 | 55 °F | 12.78 °C | 43 °F | 6.11 °C |
| December 2 | 55 °F | 12.78 °C | 43 °F | 6.11 °C |
| December 3 | 54 °F | 12.22 °C | 43 °F | 6.11 °C |
| December 4 | 54 °F | 12.22 °C | 42 °F | 5.56 °C |
| December 5 | 54 °F | 12.22 °C | 42 °F | 5.56 °C |
| December 6 | 54 °F | 12.22 °C | 42 °F | 5.56 °C |
| December 7 | 53 °F | 11.67 °C | 41 °F | 5 °C |
| December 8 | 53 °F | 11.67 °C | 41 °F | 5 °C |
| December 9 | 53 °F | 11.67 °C | 41 °F | 5 °C |
| December 10 | 52 °F | 11.11 °C | 41 °F | 5 °C |
| December 11 | 52 °F | 11.11 °C | 40 °F | 4.44 °C |
| December 12 | 52 °F | 11.11 °C | 40 °F | 4.44 °C |
| December 13 | 52 °F | 11.11 °C | 40 °F | 4.44 °C |
| December 14 | 51 °F | 10.56 °C | 39 °F | 3.89 °C |
| December 15 | 51 °F | 10.56 °C | 39 °F | 3.89 °C |
| December 16 | 51 °F | 10.56 °C | 39 °F | 3.89 °C |
| December 17 | 50 °F | 10 °C | 39 °F | 3.89 °C |
| December 18 | 50 °F | 10 °C | 38 °F | 3.33 °C |
| December 19 | 50 °F | 10 °C | 38 °F | 3.33 °C |
| December 20 | 50 °F | 10 °C | 38 °F | 3.33 °C |
| December 21 | 49 °F | 9.44 °C | 37 °F | 2.78 °C |
| December 22 | 49 °F | 9.44 °C | 37 °F | 2.78 °C |
| December 23 | 49 °F | 9.44 °C | 37 °F | 2.78 °C |
| December 24 | 48 °F | 8.89 °C | 36 °F | 2.22 °C |
| December 25 | 48 °F | 8.89 °C | 36 °F | 2.22 °C |
| December 26 | 48 °F | 8.89 °C | 36 °F | 2.22 °C |
| December 27 | 48 °F | 8.89 °C | 36 °F | 2.22 °C |
| December 28 | 47 °F | 8.33 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| December 29 | 47 °F | 8.33 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| December 30 | 47 °F | 8.33 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| December 31 | 47 °F | 8.33 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
Chengdu Climate Information by Month
- Chengdu Weather in January
- Chengdu Weather in February
- Chengdu Weather in March
- Chengdu Weather in April
- Chengdu Weather in May
- Chengdu Weather in June
- Chengdu Weather in July
- Chengdu Weather in August
- Chengdu Weather in September
- Chengdu Weather in October
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