Kota Bharu weather in December (Kelantan, Malaysia)

How's the weather trend in Kota Bharu as December approaches? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In December, Kota Bharu tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 29°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 25°C. While the temperatures are lower than usual, the month maintains its warmth throughout.

Precipitation

Kota Bharu in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 436 mm for the month. The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry. On average, there are about 24 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 132 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kota Bharu. January and February typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kota Bharu climate page with graphs.

 

Kota Bharu, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Water Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 78%  

Precipitation 436 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Humidity 87%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 132 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in December

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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