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Koh Tao Island Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Koh Tao Island, Thailand in December.

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Considering a trip to Koh Tao Island, Thailand this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Koh Tao Island in December

Koh Tao Island, Thailand is a region in Thailand. December in Koh Tao Island generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Koh Tao.

For a closer look at conditions across Koh Tao Island, Thailand, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 117 mm (4.6 in) in Koh Tao.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Koh Tao gets around 177 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Koh Tao Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Koh Tao Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Koh Tao)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April31°C (88°F) May31°C (88°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Koh Tao Island in December

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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 Koh Tao Island

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Koh Tao Island, Thailand?

Koh Tao

In December Koh Tao generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
177 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
242 mm (9.5 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
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8 days
Weather conditions
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Koh Tao Island, in Thailand.

In our records: Thailand December extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Thailand dropped to 2°C (36°F) in Chiang Rai on December 25, 1999.

Koh Tao Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Koh Tao Island, Thailand in December?

In December, Koh Tao Island, Thailand generally has pleasant weather conditions. Koh Tao sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Koh Tao Island, Thailand in December?

Koh Tao averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does Koh Tao Island, Thailand get a lot of rain in December?

Koh Tao Island, Thailand sees substantial rainfall in December. Koh Tao typically averages about 117 mm (4.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Koh Tao Island, Thailand?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Koh Tao, December might be a good time to visit Koh Tao Island, Thailand. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Koh Tao Island, Thailand is in January and February with generally perfect weather in Koh Tao. On the other hand, the months of September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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