December weather forecast
Datong, China

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Datong, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -14°C (6.8°F) and an average high of -1.5°C (29.3°F).

Temperature

Datong's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's cold 5.8°C (42.4°F) to a subzero cold -1.5°C (29.3°F). December presents a sharp fall from Datong's daytime highs to an average low-temperature of -14°C (6.8°F).

Humidity

In Datong, the average relative humidity in December is 51%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Datong, China. Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 17:02. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:11 CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Datong?

In December, in Datong, the average high-temperature is -1.5°C (29.3°F), and the average low-temperature is -14°C (6.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Datong?

The average relative humidity in December in Datong, China, is 51%.

What is the driest month in Datong?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Datong. Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Datong in December?

In Datong, China, during December, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Datong?

December has the shortest days of the year in Datong, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Datong have in December?

In Datong, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Datong?

On the first day of December in Datong, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 17:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:11 CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Datong?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Datong?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Datong is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Datong?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Datong?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Datong is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Datong, China

Average temperature in December - Datong, China
  • Average high temperature in December: -1.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -14°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-16.6°C).

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Average humidity in December
Datong, China

Average humidity in December - Datong, China
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (38%).

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Average rainfall in December
Datong, China

Average rainfall in December - Datong, China
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (100.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.6mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Datong, China

Average rainfall days in December - Datong, China
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.9 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Datong, China

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Datong, China
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average UV index in December
Datong, China

Average UV index in December - Datong, China
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Datong, China

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