Kuala Lumpur vs Penang

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Penang edges ahead as the better destination in December. Penang offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 21 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. Penang runs hot at 29°C.

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

Penang averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°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.

Penang sees 189 mm over 21 rain days. That makes Penang the drier option by 5 rain days and 89 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.