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Shenzhen in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Shenzhen in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Shenzhen, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Shenzhen in December 2024

Good Weather
Mild
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Cloudy
Planning a trip to Shenzhen in December? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +21°C and approximately 11 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 28 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • December is usually the driest month of the year in Shenzhen

Average weather

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+21°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
28 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Shenzhen has good weather in December.

Average temperature in Shenzhen in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Shenzhen for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +29°C during the day to a minimum of +7°C during the night, the temperature in December averages around +22°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +23°C to +27°C.

Is Shenzhen warm or cold in December?

Shenzhen is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +25°C to +21°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +18°C to +14°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

December is one of the coolest months in Shenzhen, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Shenzhen in December

Shenzhen weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+25°C+21°C+19°C
Min. temperature
+6°C+3°C+2°C
Max. temperature
+32°C+30°C+28°C
Rainfall
39 mm28 mm31 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
72%68%72%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1019 HPa1019 HPa
Sunny days
10117
Cloudy days
111314
Rainy days
979
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as good as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +25°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +21°C. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 39 mm to 28 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 68%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 10 to 11.

January brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Shenzhen in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Shenzhen is gradually decreasing during December, going from 1 m/s to 0 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Shenzhen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 16% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 11 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 5 rainy days during December, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Shenzhen wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 94% chance of precipitation and 317 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 28 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Shenzhen?

This is the weather in Shenzhen in December 2023:
1 December
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+23°C
2 December
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+22°C
3 December
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+25°C
4 December
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+25°C
5 December
☁️
+25°C
6 December
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+23°C
7 December
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+27°C
8 December
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+25°C
9 December
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+26°C
10 December
☀️
+29°C
11 December
☁️
+28°C
12 December
☁️
+29°C
13 December
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+24°C
14 December
☁️
+27°C
15 December
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+28°C
16 December
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+19°C
17 December
☁️
+13°C
18 December
☁️
+17°C
19 December
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+17°C
20 December
☁️
+17°C
21 December
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+12°C
22 December
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+12°C
23 December
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+13°C
24 December
☀️
+18°C
25 December
☀️
+19°C
26 December
☁️
+23°C
27 December
☁️
+23°C
28 December
☁️
+24°C
29 December
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+23°C
30 December
☁️
+25°C
31 December
☀️
+27°C
In December 2023 Shenzhen had 4 sunny days, 27 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +12°C. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 33%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Shenzhen climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Shenzhen in December has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+25°C) and the highest in 2021 (+28°C). The driest year was 2011 with only 1162 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 2932 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Shenzhen in December:

Is December a good time to visit Shenzhen?

December is a really good time to go to Shenzhen. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Shenzhen.

Can you sunbathe in Shenzhen in December?

December has mild temperatures in Shenzhen. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Shenzhen rainy in December?

Shenzhen is usually dry in December. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Shenzhen in December?

The amount of sunny days in Shenzhen during December varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in China

Check out the weather for other cities in China.

Monthly weather in Shenzhen

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Shenzhen, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.