December · Tonga
Best time to visit Nuku'alofa in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nuku'alofa in December
Average temperature 26°C, 157 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.2/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 157 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Nuku'alofa scores 5.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 157 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nuku'alofa is Tonga's waterfront capital, with markets, royal and church landmarks, local food, and road access to Tongatapu's blowholes and archaeological sites.
December in Nuku'alofa — workable with trade-offs
Days in December average 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 76% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
157 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 5.2/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 8.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Nuku'alofa — 2.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nuku'alofa in December?
- In December, Nuku'alofa averages 26°C, 157 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.2/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Nuku'alofa?
- December earns a 5.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nuku'alofa in December?
- Expect about 157 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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