December weather forecast
Hotan, China

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hotan, China, with an average temperature fluctuating between -5.8°C (21.6°F) and 1.2°C (34.2°F).

Temperature

As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to an icy 1.2°C (34.2°F). The nighttime temperature dips to a subzero cold -5.8°C (21.6°F) on average during December.

Humidity

In Hotan, China, the average relative humidity in December is 45%.

Rainfall

January and December are months without rainfall in Hotan.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hotan are February, March, November and December. December is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in December, Hotan aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. In Hotan, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.9 days and aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hotan, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hotan, China, sunrise is at 09:35 and sunset at 19:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:53 and sunset at 19:33 CST.

Sunshine

November and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hotan. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hotan?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hotan, China, are 1.2°C (34.2°F) and -5.8°C (21.6°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Hotan?
The average relative humidity in December is 45%.
What is the driest month in Hotan?
January and December are months without rainfall in Hotan.
Does it rain in Hotan in December?
In December, in Hotan, China, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.
What is the last month it snows in Hotan?
December is the last month it regularly snows in Hotan, China. During 1.4 snowfall days, in December, Hotan aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Hotan?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Hotan have in December?
In Hotan, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hotan?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:35 and sunset at 19:23. On the last day of the month, in Hotan, China, sunrise is at 09:53 and sunset at 19:33 CST.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Hotan?
November and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Hotan.
How many hours of sunshine does Hotan have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 7.2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hotan?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December in Hotan?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hotan is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Hotan, China
Average temperature in December
Hotan, China
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Hotan, China
Average pressure in December
Hotan, China
  • Average pressure in December: 1026.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1026.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1005.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Hotan, China
Average wind speed in December
Hotan, China
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (12.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in December - Hotan, China
Average humidity in December
Hotan, China
  • Average humidity in December: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (20%).

Average rainfall in December - Hotan, China
Average rainfall in December
Hotan, China
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Hotan, China
Average rainfall days in December
Hotan, China
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (4.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (0.7 days).

Average snowfall in December - Hotan, China
Average snowfall in December
Hotan, China
  • Average snowfall in December: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Hotan, China
Average snowfall days in December
Hotan, China
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hotan, China
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hotan, China
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December - Hotan, China
Average sunshine days in December
Hotan, China
  • Average sunshine days in December: 29.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (23.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Hotan, China
Average UV index in December
Hotan, China
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Hotan, China
Average cloud cover in December
Hotan, China
  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December - Hotan, China
Average visibility in December
Hotan, China
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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