What is the weather like in Jiuzhaigou in December?

Expect temperatures between -8°C and 2°C with 6% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Jiuzhaigou in December?

Jiuzhaigou in December scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Great time to visit - recommended.

Who should visit Jiuzhaigou in December?

December in Jiuzhaigou is ideal for: Photographers, Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Jiuzhaigou Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

2°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

-8°C

Coolest around day 18

Rainy Days

0days

6% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Jiuzhaigou December Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Cold

5°C5%

Day 2

Cold

4°C4%

Day 3

Cold

5°C4%

Day 4

Cold

4°C4%

Day 5

Cold

4°C6%

Day 6

Cold

4°C6%

Day 7

Cold

4°C8%

Day 8

Cold

3°C8%

Day 9

Cold

3°C11%

Day 10

Cold

3°C10%

Day 11

Cold

3°C11%

Day 12

Cold

3°C11%

Day 13

Cold

2°C9%

Day 14

Cold

2°C8%

Day 15

Cold

2°C9%

Day 16

Cold

1°C8%

Day 17

Cold

1°C6%

Day 18

Cold

1°C5%

Day 19

Cold

2°C5%

Day 20

Cold

2°C4%

Day 21

Cold

2°C4%

Day 22

Cold

2°C3%

Day 23

Cold

2°C4%

Day 24

Cold

2°C4%

Day 25

Cold

1°C5%

Day 26

Cold

1°C6%

Day 27

Cold

1°C6%

Day 28

Cold

1°C4%

Day 29

Cold

1°C5%

Day 30

Cold

1°C4%

Day 31

Cold

2°C4%

Essential Travel Info for Jiuzhaigou

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Remote

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Off the beaten path

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Low Season

Key Connections

Chengdu Tianfu (TFU)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There is anoutbreak of chikungunyain Guangdong Province, China.Chikungunya vaccinationis recommended for people traveling to an area with a chikungunya outbreak.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to China.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to China.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Jiuzhaigou?

👍Great time to visit - recommended(65/100)

Short Answer

Jiuzhaigou's December averages 2°C - cold but manageable with proper attire. Lower tourism (100% of peak) means better prices and fewer queues.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Cold weather expected

2.3°C average highs

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Excellent dry conditions

Only 6% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Schistosomiasis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

High altitude destination

2335m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Good For

📸
Photographers
8h sunshine, 53% clear skies for golden hour shots
🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 2.3°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 27/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Jiuzhaigou in December averages 2°C with 6% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Jiuzhaigou in December

What are the temperatures in Jiuzhaigou in December?

Daytime highs average 2°C, nights drop to -8°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Jiuzhaigou in December?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Jiuzhaigou in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Jiuzhaigou?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Jiuzhaigou Weather in December

Jiuzhaigou December Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Jiuzhaigou

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Chikungunya

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Japanese Encephalitis

Measles

Decision Factors

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Who Should Avoid

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