December 23 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Xi'an. With minimal rain risk (7%) and pleasant highs of 6°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Xi'an right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Xi'an
Currency
CNY
¥ Chinese yuan
Language
Chinese
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.01
Xi'an Weather Forecast for December 23
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 6.3°C. 7% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Xi'an in December
Based on historical data for December 23, Xi'an typically experiences temperatures between -2.8°C and 6.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (7% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Xi'an
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
6.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-2.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
4.5°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
7%
Avg 0.1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~7% chance
Pressure
1029.3 hPa
Medium volatility
Xi'an Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
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
-1.4°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
87/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~460
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Xi'an
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:48
☀️ Noon
12:44
🌇 Sunset
17:39
⏱️ Daylight
9h 51m
Wind Speed
8.7 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
7.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
58%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Xi'an
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, Xi'an on December 23 averages 6.3°C with a 7% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 51/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Xi'an Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 16
7.1°C • 3% rain
Score
55
December 17
7.2°C • 1% rain
Score
55
December 18
7.3°C • 1% rain
Score
55
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📍 Is Xi'an Worth Visiting on December 23?
Planning a trip to Xi'an on December 23? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 6.3°C with a 7% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 460 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for China, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 23 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 11.2°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -5.4°C in 2023.