Terengganu Weather in December

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

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

What to Expect in Terengganu in December

Terengganu, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. December in Terengganu generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Kuala Terengganu. On average, December is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Kuala Terengganu.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Perhentian Island with an average of 463 mm (18 in) to heavy rainfall in Kijal with 572 mm (23 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Kuala Terengganu receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Kuala Terengganu gets around 153 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 Terengganu by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Terengganu in December

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

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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 Terengganu

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

Temperature range in Terengganu (December)

Precipitation variation in Terengganu (December)

Kuala Terengganu

In December Kuala Terengganu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
153 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
429 mm (17 in)
467 mm (18 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
22 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Perhentian Island

In December Perhentian Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
132 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
406 mm (16 in)
463 mm (18 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
23 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Dungun

In December Dungun generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
440 mm (17 in)
505 mm (20 in)
265 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Redang Island

In December Redang Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
153 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
438 mm (17 in)
470 mm (19 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
23 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Cukai

In December Cukai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
121 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
430 mm (17 in)
521 mm (21 in)
285 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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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 Terengganu in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kuala Terengganu 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 467 mm (18 in)
Perhentian Island 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 463 mm (18 in)
Dungun 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 505 mm (20 in)
Redang Island 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 470 mm (19 in)
Cukai 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 521 mm (21 in)
Kampung Kuala Besut 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 466 mm (18 in)

Terengganu weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Terengganu, Malaysia typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kuala Terengganu average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

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

Kuala Terengganu averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Kuala Terengganu records an average of 467 mm (18 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Terengganu, Malaysia.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Terengganu, Malaysia?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, June and July offering mostly unpleasant weather in Kuala Terengganu.

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