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 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Kuala Lumpur sees 8 sunshine hours and 26 rain days.

Hong Kong sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Kuala Lumpur runs hot at 29°C.

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

Hong Kong reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to 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. There is a notable 9°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 29 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Kuala Lumpur sees 278 mm over 26 rain days. That makes Hong Kong the drier option by 22 rain days and 249 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Hong Kong averages 78% while Kuala Lumpur sits at 82%. Kuala Lumpur will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.