December · Malaysia
Best time to visit Langkawi in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Langkawi in December
Average temperature 27°C, 167 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.3/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 167 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Langkawi scores 6.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 167 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Langkawi mixes rainforest, mangrove channels and duty-free beaches off Malaysia's north-west coast.
December in Langkawi — middling scores, decent value
December averages 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 88%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
At 167 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 6.3/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? January scores 2.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Langkawi in December?
- In December, Langkawi averages 27°C, 167 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Langkawi?
- December earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Langkawi in December?
- Expect about 167 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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