Guangzhou vs Shenzhen

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Shenzhen edges ahead as the better destination in December. Shenzhen offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Guangzhou sees 7 sunshine hours and 5 rain days.

Guangzhou sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Shenzhen is also comfortable at 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Shenzhen is the stronger choice in December. Shenzhen receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Guangzhou reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 11°C (52°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Shenzhen averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Guangzhou receives approximately 40 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Shenzhen sees 31 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Shenzhen the drier option by 1 rain day and 9 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.