VietnamThe weather in December in Sapa
It's pleasantly warm in December in Sapa with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 13°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Sapa. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much 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 Sapa, Vietnam. 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 30°C in 2023, Sapa reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 65 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in December for Sapa
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sapa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Sapa | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 65 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Sapa with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 20°C, with nights around 11°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Sapa is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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 Sapa runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Sapa, Vietnam. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Sapa
Temperature in December in Sapa over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Sapa, Vietnam. 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 Sapa
Total precipitation in December in Sapa over the years
Daily UV index in December in Sapa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Sapa, 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 Sapa by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sapa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.