Shantou in December
7.7out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 18°C. Some rain: about 6 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
6Rainy days (51 mm)
10:34 hDaylight
06:52Sunrise · 17:27 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Some rain: about 6 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in December is fairly consistent from year to year (2.9 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | 13°C | 45 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.3 |
| February | 17°C | 14°C | 64 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.0 |
| March | 19°C | 16°C | 80 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 22°C | 20°C | 114 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| May | 26°C | 23°C | 184 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.4 |
| June | 28°C | 26°C | 240 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 29°C | 27°C | 188 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.2 |
| August | 29°C | 27°C | 238 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 28°C | 26°C | 154 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
| October | 26°C | 23°C | 56 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| November | 22°C | 19°C | 59 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| December | 18°C | 15°C | 51 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shantou in December?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Shantou?
The best months are October, November.