Monthly climate guide
Zhangjiajie weather in December
Expect cool weather in Zhangjiajie in December: afternoons reach about 9°C (49°F), while nights drop to around 1°C (33°F). Around 29 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 6°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- Zhangjiajie is usually about 3°C cooler than Changsha, 260 km away, in December.
- December is among Zhangjiajie's three coolest months.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 77% less rain than Zhangjiajie's average.
- Seasonally, December counts as early winter in Zhangjiajie.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
9°C
49°F
Avg low
1°C
33°F
Rainfall
29 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
75%
cloud · often cloudy
Zhangjiajie weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 45°F | -1°C / 30°F | 43 mm | 80% | 81% |
| February | 10°C / 50°F | 1°C / 34°F | 44 mm | 80% | 82% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 6°C / 43°F | 101 mm | 80% | 81% |
| April | 21°C / 71°F | 11°C / 52°F | 133 mm | 80% | 79% |
| May | 25°C / 77°F | 16°C / 60°F | 219 mm | 81% | 81% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 20°C / 68°F | 255 mm | 84% | 84% |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 200 mm | 85% | 75% |
| August | 30°C / 85°F | 22°C / 72°F | 142 mm | 83% | 69% |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 18°C / 64°F | 162 mm | 82% | 81% |
| October | 21°C / 69°F | 12°C / 54°F | 107 mm | 80% | 75% |
| November | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 44°F | 90 mm | 82% | 77% |
| December | 9°C / 49°F | 1°C / 33°F | 29 mm | 77% | 75% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
Is December a good time to visit Zhangjiajie?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Zhangjiajie →Other China cities in December
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Zhangjiajie in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Zhangjiajie?
December is cool in Zhangjiajie, with highs around 9°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Zhangjiajie in December?
Average highs are about 9°C (49°F) and average lows about 1°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Zhangjiajie in December?
Zhangjiajie typically gets around 29 mm of rain in December — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Zhangjiajie (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.