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Sơn La Weather in December
December in Sơn La sees daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.
Rainfall in Sơn La in December
Historically, December sees about 5 days of rain, with a monthly average of 29 mm (1.1 in). The occasional light shower is possible, but rain is rarely an issue this month.
Temperature in Sơn La in December
Sơn La in December has excellent weather. Days reach 23°C (73°F) and nights cool to 12°C (54°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights drop to around 12°C (54°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.
Sunshine in Sơn La in December
The area enjoys a balanced 173 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March, October, November and December typically offer the best weather for Sơn La.
Sơn La Temperature in December
Min Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
18%
Precipitation
29 mm (1.1 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
77%
Sunshine
173 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Sơn La in December
Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in Sơn La in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Sơn La 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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27°C (81°F) Hoi An26°C (79°F) Da Nang25°C (77°F) Da Lat25°C (77°F) Hanoi
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