What is the weather like in Zhangjiajie in December?

Expect temperatures between 5°C and 12°C with 14% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Zhangjiajie in December?

Zhangjiajie in December scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Very good conditions overall.

Who should visit Zhangjiajie in December?

December in Zhangjiajie is ideal for: Budget travelers, Families with children, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Zhangjiajie Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

12°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

5°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days

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14% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

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Essential Travel Info for Zhangjiajie

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Remote

12/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Key Connections

Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

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Busan-si Gimhae (PUS)

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)

Seoul Incheon (ICN)

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 Zhangjiajie?

👍Very good conditions overall(66/100)

Short Answer

Hidden gem: Zhangjiajie in December offers 12°C and 14% rain at just 17% of peak crowds. Excellent value without sacrificing weather quality.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Off-peak season - fewer crowds

Only 17% of peak - better deals and empty crowds

Excellent dry conditions

Only 14% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

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

Good For

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Budget travelers
Off-peak pricing with acceptable weather conditions
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Families with children
Comfortable 11.6°C temperatures and low 14% rain risk
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 81/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Zhangjiajie in December averages 12°C with 14% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Zhangjiajie in December

What are the temperatures in Zhangjiajie in December?

Daytime highs average 12°C, nights drop to 5°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Zhangjiajie in December?

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

What to wear in Zhangjiajie in December?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is December peak season in Zhangjiajie?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Zhangjiajie Weather in December

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