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Palau Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Palau in December.

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Koror City

Planning a trip to Palau this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Palau in December

December in Palau generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Koror City. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Palau, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 282 mm (11 in) in Koror City.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Koror City as an example - it receives around 180 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Palau in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Palau.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Palau

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Palau?

Koror City

In December Koror City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
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November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
180 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
266 mm (10 in)
282 mm (11 in)
240 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
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Palau weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Palau in December?

Expect less favorable weather across Palau in December. The popular destination of Koror City averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Palau in December?

Koror City averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does Palau get a lot of rain in December?

Rainfall in Palau peaks during December. Koror City averages roughly 282 mm (11 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Palau?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Koror City, December may not be the ideal time to visit Palau.

On average, the best time to visit Palau is in March with generally very good weather in Koror City. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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