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MalaysiaThe weather in December in Kuala Lumpur
It's hot in December in Kuala Lumpur with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 20°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Kuala Lumpur. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2015, Kuala Lumpur reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 309 mm of precipitation, spread over 29 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in December for Kuala Lumpur
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kuala Lumpur. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Kuala Lumpur | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 309 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 29 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Kuala Lumpur with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Kuala Lumpur is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Kuala Lumpur
Temperature in December in Kuala Lumpur over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Kuala Lumpur
Total precipitation in December in Kuala Lumpur over the years
Daily UV index in December in Kuala Lumpur
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Kuala Lumpur, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Kuala Lumpur by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kuala Lumpur. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.