December 16 is generally a great time to visit Suzhou. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 10°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Suzhou right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Suzhou
Currency
CNY
¥ Chinese yuan
Language
Chinese
Driving
Right side
Connect
Suzhou has many free Wi-Fi access points...
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.01
Suzhou Weather Forecast for December 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 9.6°C. 19% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Suzhou in December
Based on historical data for December 16, Suzhou typically experiences temperatures between 2.3°C and 9.6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Suzhou
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
9.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
7.1°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
19%
Avg 0.9mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~19% chance
Pressure
1027.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Suzhou Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
4.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in China
Flight Traffic
High
91/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~106
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Suzhou
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:50
☀️ Noon
11:54
🌇 Sunset
16:58
⏱️ Daylight
10h 7m
Wind Speed
17.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Suzhou
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Suzhou on December 16 averages 9.6°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 64/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Suzhou Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 9
12°C • 16% rain
Score
78
December 10
11.6°C • 19% rain
Score
76
December 11
11.4°C • 20% rain
Score
75
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Suzhou Worth Visiting on December 16?
Planning a trip to Suzhou on December 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 9.6°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 106 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for China, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.1°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to -3.5°C in 2020.