End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Malacca in December
This is the coldest month in Malacca: highs average 83°F (29°C) and lows 77°F (25°C), with about 9.1 in (230 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 40/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cloud cover.
- Avg high
- 83°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 9.1 in (230 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 90%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 40/100 · Tough
What December feels like
Days are warm, averaging 83°F (29°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 77°F (25°C).
Humidity averages 85%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 9.1 in (230 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 90%.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January & February.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Comfort improves from 36/100 in November to 40/100.
- Our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes83°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics85% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Malacca in December
With 9.1 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum
Guided tours of a richly furnished Peranakan townhouse on Heeren Street.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 9.1 in of rain.
Stadthuys and Dutch Square
Red Dutch colonial buildings and Christ Church around a central square.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in December.
Chung Wah Chicken Rice Ball
Corner shop serving Hainanese chicken with rice pressed into balls.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.1 in of rain.
The Geographer Cafe
Corner bar-cafe in a restored shophouse on Jonker Street, with live music some nights.
Nancy's Kitchen
Homey Nyonya restaurant known for ayam buah keluak and chicken candlenut.
Why now Easy to slot in when December's rain moves in.
Nearby in December
- Kuala Lumpur in December~76 mi · highs 84°F, 10.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Singapore in December~127 mi · highs 83°F, 11.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Malacca in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Malacca?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 40/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are January & February. Expect highs of 83°F (29°C) and 9.1 in (230 mm) of rain. Our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug, so December is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Malacca in December?
Average highs are 83°F (29°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Malacca in December?
Yes: about 9.1 in (230 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 88.0 in (2236 mm).
What should I pack for Malacca in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (83°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (85% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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