Pulau Merah weather in December (Indonesia)

Is December a good time to explore Pulau Merah weather-wise? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Pulau Merah typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 27°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Pulau Merah in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 216 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 15 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

With around 205 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Pulau Merah. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pulau Merah, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 27°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 216 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 205 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kupang, East Timor (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in Indonesia in December

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Weather conditions Weather

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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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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