December weather forecast
Qingdao, China

December is marked by the onset of winter, bringing Qingdao, China, full circle through the weather spectrum.
A chill permeates the air as the highest temperature drops to a freezing 5.7°C (42.3°F). The shrinking daylight hours and a low UV Index of 2 emphasize winter's arrival. Conversely, the precipitation levels dwindle to a mere 12mm (0.47"), thus making December the driest month of the year. The winter season paints a picture of the lovely Qingdao city amid snowflakes, wearing its coldest attire, yet brimming with seasonal festivities.

Temperature

December brings a drop in Qingdao's average high-temperature, falling from a cool 12.3°C (54.1°F) in November to an icy 5.7°C (42.3°F). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of -0.5°C (31.1°F) is experienced in Qingdao.

Rainfall

In December, in Qingdao, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.4 rainfall days, and 662mm (26.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Qingdao, China, the average seawater temperature in December is 10.1°C (50.2°F).
Note: Diving into 10.1°C (50.2°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Qingdao, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 16:54 CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are July and December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Qingdao are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.