December weather forecastUrumqi, China

Weather in December

December in Urumqi ushers in the long, cold winter with temperatures plummeting to low averages, extending from -12.9°C (8.8°F) to -4.4°C (24.1°F). The city graces the end of the year with a traditional snowy charm, turning into a vision of white. Shorter days are met with increased relative humidity, indicating a clearer presence of winter. Advent of snowfall bedecks the cityscape in a white blanket, setting up a spectacular visual treat for Christmas. Despite the chilling winds, the holiday spirit warms the city, bringing smiles on the faces of Urumqi's residents, as they bid farewell to the year wrapped in winter's white cloak.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Urumqi signals a shift in temperature, down from a cold 2°C (35.6°F) in November to a subzero cold -4.4°C (24.1°F). Urumqi's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of -12.9°C (8.8°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Urumqi, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Urumqi, China, there are 86.9 rainfall days, and 286mm (11.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Urumqi, sunrise is at 09:23 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:43 and sunset at 18:41 CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Urumqi, China, is December, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Urumqi. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.