Monthly climate guide
Jinan weather in December
December in Jinan is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 5°C (41°F) and night-time lows near -5°C (23°F). The month usually brings about 12 mm of rain (very dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 7°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- December is among Jinan's three coolest months.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 81% less rain than Jinan's average.
- Pack for frost — nights average -5°C in December.
- Jinan is usually about 2°C warmer than Tianjin, 280 km away, in December.
Avg high
5°C
41°F
Avg low
-5°C
23°F
Rainfall
12 mm
very dry
Humidity
66%
relative
Sky
44%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Jinan weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 38°F | -6°C / 21°F | 8 mm | 65% | 53% |
| February | 7°C / 44°F | -4°C / 24°F | 17 mm | 63% | 55% |
| March | 15°C / 59°F | 1°C / 33°F | 10 mm | 55% | 47% |
| April | 22°C / 71°F | 7°C / 44°F | 42 mm | 55% | 54% |
| May | 28°C / 83°F | 14°C / 56°F | 57 mm | 53% | 58% |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 19°C / 67°F | 85 mm | 57% | 64% |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 22°C / 72°F | 185 mm | 71% | 66% |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 21°C / 70°F | 207 mm | 78% | 63% |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 16°C / 60°F | 53 mm | 70% | 57% |
| October | 21°C / 69°F | 8°C / 47°F | 22 mm | 65% | 48% |
| November | 12°C / 54°F | 1°C / 34°F | 48 mm | 68% | 51% |
| December | 5°C / 41°F | -5°C / 23°F | 12 mm | 66% | 44% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
Is December a good time to visit Jinan?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Jinan →Other China cities in December
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Jinan in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Jinan?
December is cool in Jinan, with highs around 5°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Jinan in December?
Average highs are about 5°C (41°F) and average lows about -5°C (23°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Jinan in December?
Jinan typically gets around 12 mm of rain in December — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Jinan (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.