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 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Kuala Lumpur sees 8 sunshine hours and 26 rain days.

Kuala Lumpur can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Cairo is also comfortable at 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in December. Cairo receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Kuala Lumpur reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Cairo averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. There is a notable 8°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.

Kuala Lumpur receives approximately 278 mm of rainfall across 26 rain days during December. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Cairo sees 2 mm over 0 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 26 rain days and 276 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Kuala Lumpur averages 82% while Cairo sits at 70%. Kuala Lumpur will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.