ChinaThe weather in December in Shanghai
It's cool in December in Shanghai with an average temperature of 13°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 8°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Shanghai, China. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Precipitation and snowfall
In December, there is an average of 57 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,1 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in December for Shanghai
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Shanghai. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Shanghai | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 13°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 16°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 1°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 57 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 17 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,1 cm | 9,7 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 3 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Shanghai with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 13°C, with nights around 4°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Shanghai is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Shanghai, China. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Shanghai
Temperature in December in Shanghai over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Shanghai, China. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Shanghai
Total precipitation in December in Shanghai over the years
Daily Snowfall in December in Shanghai
Snowfall in December in Shanghai per year
Daily UV index in December in Shanghai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Shanghai, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Shanghai by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Shanghai. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.