End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Hue in December
Hue cools off: highs slip to 76°F (25°C), from 80°F in November, with lows of 69°F (20°C) and about 8.5 in (215 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 49/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 8.5 in (215 mm)
- Humidity
- 87%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 49/100 · Fair
What December feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 69°F (20°C).
Humidity averages 87%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 8.5 in (215 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 81%.
Plan around December
December sits mid-table; the best months are February & March.
- Shortest days of the year, about 11 h 01 min of daylight.
- Comfort holds steady from November (48 → 49/100).
- Our Central Vietnam Food & Heritage route recommends Feb – Apr, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- Quick-dry fabrics87% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes8.5 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Hue in December
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Tomb of Minh Mang
Symmetrical tomb complex with lakes and pavilions along a long axis.
Why now Highs near 76°F keep it comfortable outside.
Imperial City of Hue
Walled Nguyen dynasty citadel with the Forbidden Purple City and restored palaces.
Why now Mild enough in December to enjoy at an easy pace.
Dong Ba Market
Hue's main market near the Citadel; try bún bò Huế and bánh bèo at food stalls.
Perfume River Dragon Boat
Slow boat ride on the Perfume River between the city and Thien Mu.
Hanh Restaurant
Local spot for Hue rice cakes: bánh khoái, bánh bèo, bánh nậm and nem lụi.
Nearby in December
- Da Nang in December~49 mi · highs 77°F, 9.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Hoi An in December~64 mi · highs 77°F, 9.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~165 m to Hue's ~6 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hue in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Hue?
It's middling, scoring 49/100. The best months are February & March, at up to 77. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 8.5 in (215 mm) of rain. Our Central Vietnam Food & Heritage route recommends Feb – Apr, so December is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Hue in December?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 69°F (20°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hue in December?
Yes: about 8.5 in (215 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 85.1 in (2161 mm).
What should I pack for Hue in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), quick-dry fabrics (87% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (8.5 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Hue in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.