Kuala Lumpur vs Hong Kong

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.

Kuala Lumpur can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Hong Kong is also comfortable at 20°C.

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

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.

Hong Kong averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 14°C (57°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.

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

Hong Kong sees 29 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Hong Kong the drier option by 22 rain days and 249 mm of total precipitation.

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