December · Malaysia
Best time to visit Ipoh in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ipoh in December
Average temperature 23°C, 444 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 90% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.2/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 444 mm
- Humidity
- 90%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Ipoh scores 4.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 444 mm of rain, and roughly 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ipoh is Malaysia's tin-mining city turned food stop, ringed by limestone hills and cave temples.
December in Ipoh — off-season conditions
December averages 23°C (74°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
444 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 4.2/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 5.4/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ipoh in December?
- In December, Ipoh averages 23°C, 444 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.2/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Ipoh?
- December earns a 4.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ipoh in December?
- Expect about 444 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 90% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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