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Perak Weather in December

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

Thinking about venturing to Perak, Malaysia this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Perak in December

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Pangkor Island at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Teluk Intan at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 25°C (77°F) in Teluk Intan and 26°C (79°F) in Pangkor Island. 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.

For specific regional insights in Perak, Malaysia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Teluk Intan with an average of 260 mm (10 in) to heavy rainfall in Sungkai with 345 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Ipoh gets around 119 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 Perak by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Perak in December

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

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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 Perak

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

Temperature range in Perak (December)

Precipitation variation in Perak (December)

Ipoh

In December Ipoh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
96 hours
119 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
338 mm (13 in)
267 mm (11 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
19 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Lumut

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

November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
366 mm (14 in)
301 mm (12 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
18 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Pangkor Island

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

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
367 mm (14 in)
300 mm (12 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
18 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Taiping

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

November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
211 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
361 mm (14 in)
280 mm (11 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
17 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Sitiawan

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

November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
367 mm (14 in)
305 mm (12 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
18 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Perak, in Malaysia.

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 Perak in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ipoh 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 267 mm (11 in)
Lumut 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 301 mm (12 in)
Pangkor Island 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 300 mm (12 in)
Taiping 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 280 mm (11 in)
Sitiawan 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 305 mm (12 in)
Tambun 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 265 mm (10 in)

Perak weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Perak, Malaysia brings poor weather. In Ipoh, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 22°C (72°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Ipoh peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in December, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Perak, Malaysia peaks during December. Ipoh averages roughly 267 mm (11 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Perak, Malaysia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ipoh, December may not be the ideal time to visit Perak, Malaysia.

On average, the best time to visit Perak, Malaysia is in February, June, July and August with generally unpleasant weather in Ipoh.

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