will it snow in late December, Will we need gloves etc,

Ruvi, it's hard to tell. I think you may pay attention to the weather report before you go there. Last time I visit Badaling in March, it didn't snow. However, it was windy. I remembered that I wore my scarf. I became sweating on the way and then I took off my scarf. If you are afraid of the snow and coldness, I think you can take your gloves. It's not very heavy, right?