The weather in December in Thailand
It's hot in December in Thailand with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 25°C.
December is an awesome month to be in Thailand for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Thailand. 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 2023, Thailand reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 17 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in December for Thailand
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Thailand. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Thailand | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 17 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Thailand with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 32°C, with nights around 24°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Thailand is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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.
The typhoon season in Thailand runs from June to November.
Check out the climate of Thailand for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Thailand is based on weather data from Bangkok. Other places, like Chiang Mai, Phuket or Krabi, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Thailand to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Thailand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Thailand
Temperature in December in Thailand over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Thailand. 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 Thailand
Total precipitation in December in Thailand over the years
Daily UV index in December in Thailand
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Thailand, 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 Thailand by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Thailand. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.