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Perhentian Island weather in December (Terengganu, Malaysia)

Can you expect sunny skies in Perhentian Island in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In December, Perhentian Island tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C.

Precipitation

Perhentian Island in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 463 mm for the month. With peak rainfall occurring this month, heavy downpours are common. It's advisable to have a poncho on hand to manage the rain. Past climate data indicates that roughly 23 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 132 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Perhentian Island. February generally stands out with the best circumstances. While October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Perhentian Island, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 76%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 463 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 132 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Kota Bharu, Malaysia (60 KM, 37 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.

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

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