Hong Kong vs Kuala Lumpur

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Hong Kong edges ahead as the better destination in December. Hong Kong offers 1 hours of daily sunshine with only 3 rain days, while Kuala Lumpur sees 1 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.

Hong Kong is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Kuala Lumpur is also comfortable at 28°C.

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

Hong Kong reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Kuala Lumpur averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 15°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.

Hong Kong receives approximately 30 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Kuala Lumpur sees 70 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Hong Kong the drier option by 3 rain days and 40 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Hong Kong averages 75% while Kuala Lumpur sits at 82%. Kuala Lumpur will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.