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Melaka weather in December (Melaka, Malaysia)

What is the weather forecast for Melaka in December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In December, Melaka usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 25°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Melaka in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 231 mm for the month. Typically around 18 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 171 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Melaka. February typically offers the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Melaka, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 231 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 171 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Malacca, Malaysia (8 KM, 5 Miles).

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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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 28°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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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