Bangkok vs Dubai

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Dubai edges ahead as the better destination in December. Dubai offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Bangkok sees 10 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Bangkok can feel quite hot at 31°C, so plan for heat. Dubai is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Dubai is the stronger choice in December.

Bangkok reaches an average high of 31°C (88°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Dubai averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. There is a notable 5°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Bangkok receives approximately 9 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during December. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Dubai sees 7 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Dubai the drier option by 1 rain day and 2 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Bangkok averages 82% while Dubai sits at 70%. Bangkok will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.