Kedah Weather in December

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

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Pantai Cenang Kuah Kampung Padang Masirat Alor Setar

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

What to Expect in Kedah in December

Kedah, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. December in Kedah generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Teluk Datai at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Sungai Petani at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 24°C (75°F) in Sungai Petani and 26°C (79°F) in Teluk Datai. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kedah, Malaysia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Tanjung Rhu with an average of 115 mm (4.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Kulim with 255 mm (10 in).

Explore Kedah by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kedah — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pantai Cenang)

January32°C (90°F) February32°C (90°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kedah in December

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

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 Kedah

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Kedah, Malaysia?

Temperature range in Kedah (December)

Precipitation variation in Kedah (December)

Pantai Cenang

In December Pantai Cenang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
242 mm (9.5 in)
126 mm (5 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
10 days
4 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Pantai Cenang →

Kuah

In December Kuah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
226 mm (8.9 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
10 days
4 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kuah →

Kampung Padang Masirat

In December Kampung Padang Masirat generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
10 days
4 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kampung Padang Masirat →

Alor Setar

In December Alor Setar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
248 mm (9.8 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
13 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Alor Setar →

Sungai Petani

In December Sungai Petani generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
170 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
300 mm (12 in)
179 mm (7 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
15 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Sungai Petani →

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In our records: Malaysia December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Malaysia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest December day in Malaysia brought 440 mm (17 in) in Kuantan on December 22, 2001.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kedah in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pantai Cenang 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Kuah 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Kampung Padang Masirat 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Alor Setar 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Sungai Petani 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 179 mm (7 in)
Changlun 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)

Kedah weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kedah, Malaysia in December?

Expect unpleasant weather across Kedah, Malaysia in December. The popular destination of Pantai Cenang averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Kedah, Malaysia in December?

Average temperatures in Kedah, Malaysia during December range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Pantai Cenang.

Does Kedah, Malaysia get a lot of rain in December?

Kedah, Malaysia sees substantial rainfall in December. Pantai Cenang typically averages about 126 mm (5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Kedah, Malaysia?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Kedah, Malaysia with overall tolerable weather in Pantai Cenang.

Generally speaking, January and February provide tolerable weather in Pantai Cenang. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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