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Zhangjiajie Weather in December

Zhangjiajie Weather in December

Written by Kelly PangUpdated Nov. 27, 2023
Zhangjiajie weather in December
Zhangjiajie Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in winter

Zhangjiajie Weather in December

It is cold and dry in December in Zhangjiajie. December is the second coldest month of the year in Zhangjiajie. The average high temperature during the month is 12 °C (54 °F), and the average low temperature is about 4 °C (39 °F).

It occasionally snows lightly, and when it does you'll enjoy the beautiful snow. There is only about 28 mm of rain or snow during the entire month, and precipitation falls about 8 days of the month.

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What to Pack

Bring warm cotton or wool sweaters, coats, and thick socks. Windy days are even colder, so you'll need a head covering and gloves.

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Things to Do in Zhangjiajie in December

See Yellow Dragon Cave

See yellow dragon cave in december in zhangjiajieYellow Dragon Cave

When it is cold outside, you can keep warm in Yellow Dragon Cave. It is one of Asia's largest caves. The rocks, stalactites and stalagmites are brightly and colorfully highlighted.

When you walk in the cave, you'll see the glittering and fantastically shaped rocks and hear the musical sounds of the water drops. The cave system is so big; there is even a boat tour inside on the underground stream.

The cave is damp inside, and the walking paths are slick. So wear shoes with good traction if you go for a walk.

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Visit Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Monkeys in zhangjiajie in DecemberMonkeys in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in December

In December, the mists and fog drift among the tall spires of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park creating an Avatar-like world. The cable car will help you see the beautiful scenery. You'll see the quartzite rock spires thrusting up from the fog below.

These rock formations are fairly unique in the world, and the area was named a UNESCO Geopark to highlight the unusual geology. The park was also honored with World Heritage listing in 1990.

Hike Up Tianmen Mountain

Zhangjiajie Tianmen Cave, Tianmen Mountain

You can keep warm and have a good workout hiking up the stairs on Tianmen Mountain. A hike all the way to the top is a two or three-hour exertion.

At the top of the mountain, there is a glass sidewalk that is suspended a kilometer above the valley below. It is 600 meters long and hugs the side of the peak. It is a terrifying walk for many people when they look down past their feet to the ground. A hike would be something you'll remember for a long time.

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Touring Zhangjiajie in December

Low Travel Season

December is the start of the winter season when few tourists go. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery with more tranquility.

Hotel accommodations and flight and train tickets are less expensive and readily available. Prices may be as much as 1/2 that of the high season in September and October.

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