Kuala Lumpur vs Langkawi

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Langkawi edges ahead as the better destination in December. Langkawi offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 15 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. Langkawi runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Langkawi is the stronger choice in December. Langkawi receives 2 more hours 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.

Langkawi averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 24°C (75°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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.

Langkawi sees 124 mm over 15 rain days. That makes Langkawi the drier option by 11 rain days and 154 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.