Kuala Lumpur Weather in December
Malaysia · December climate averages and travel tips
Avg high29°C (84°F)
Avg low23°C (73°F)
Rainfall306 mm (12.0 in)
RatingPoor 1.7/10
Expect hot days in Kuala Lumpur in December: the average high is 29°C (84°F) and the average low is 23°C (73°F). The month is very wet, with about 306 mm (12.0 in) of rain spread over 26 days, making it the second wettest month of the year. Humidity averages 89%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 11.8 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is December a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
December is not the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur (1.7/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in January and February.
December weather at a glance
| Average high | 29°C (84°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 23°C (73°F) |
| Daily mean | 26°C (78°F) |
| Rainfall | 306 mm (12.0 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 26 |
| Humidity | 89% |
| Cloud cover | 91% |
| Daylight | 11.8 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 1.2 hours/day |
| Wind | 2.9 km/h |
| vs November | About as warm as November, with 22 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Kuala Lumpur in December
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Kuala Lumpur weather in other months
Jan29°C / 22°C220 mmPoorFeb30°C / 22°C158 mmPoorMar31°C / 23°C209 mmPoorApr31°C / 24°C223 mmPoorMay31°C / 24°C195 mmPoorJun30°C / 24°C174 mmPoorJul29°C / 24°C161 mmPoorAug30°C / 23°C197 mmPoorSep30°C / 23°C198 mmPoorOct30°C / 23°C265 mmPoorNov29°C / 23°C328 mmPoorDec29°C / 23°C306 mmPoor
← NovemberBest time to visit Kuala LumpurJanuary →
Better weather in December nearby
- Dubai26°C · 13 mm · Excellent
- Jaipur25°C · 3 mm · Excellent
- Abu Dhabi25°C · 12 mm · Excellent
- Agra25°C · 6 mm · Excellent
- Varanasi25°C · 5 mm · Excellent
- Muscat27°C · 9 mm · Excellent
Nearby in December
- Malacca29°C · 248 mm
- Pekanbaru29°C · 298 mm
- George Town29°C · 251 mm
- Singapore29°C · 321 mm
- Medan28°C · 268 mm
- Batam28°C · 315 mm
Where else is good in December? See where to go in December.