Kuala Lumpur vs Cairo

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 1 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.

Kuala Lumpur sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Cairo is also comfortable at 25°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in December. Cairo receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Kuala Lumpur reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Cairo averages 25°C (77°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Kuala Lumpur receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Cairo sees 4 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 5 rain days and 66 mm of total precipitation.

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