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Ban Patong Weather in December

December in Ban Patong brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) and nights around 26°C (79°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 105 mm (4.1 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Ban Patong in December

Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 105 mm (4.1 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Ban Patong in December

Daytime temperatures in Ban Patong reach 29°C (84°F) in December, dropping to 26°C (79°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights stay warm at around 26°C (79°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Ban Patong in December

The month enjoys around 200 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Ban Patong in December

Average wind conditions reach 2 m/s (4 knots) in December. This creates comfortable weather with light winds that gently move vegetation. Keep in mind this is an average. Daily conditions range from near-calm to more noticeable wind.

Average water temperature in December

At 27°C (81°F), the water is warm and comfortable for swimming. Most people find this temperature ideal for spending longer periods in the water.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, December typically offers the best circumstances for Ban Patong.

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Ban Patong Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C (81°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 105 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 200 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Phuket, Thailand (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Best Places in Thailand in December

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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 (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 Ban Patong in December

Warm but pleasant conditions in Ban Patong in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Expect water temperatures of around 27°C (81°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Ban Patong in December

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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