Cairo vs Kuala Lumpur

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in December. Cairo offers 3 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Kuala Lumpur sees 8 sunshine hours and 26 rain days.

Cairo sits in the comfortable travel range at 25°C. Kuala Lumpur runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in December. Kuala Lumpur receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Cairo reaches an average high of 25°C (77°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Kuala Lumpur averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 23°C (73°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Cairo receives approximately 4 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during December. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Kuala Lumpur sees 278 mm over 26 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 25 rain days and 274 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Cairo averages 35% while Kuala Lumpur sits at 82%. Kuala Lumpur will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.