Krabi in December usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +30°C and roughly 2 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 16 rainy days with an average precipitation of 71 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+30°C
Avg. max. temperature
+19°C
Min.
+34°C
Max.
71 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Krabi has OK weather in December.
Average temperature in Krabi in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Krabi for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in December is +31°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +33°C during the day and a minimum of +24°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +31°C to +32°C.
Is Krabi warm or cold in December?
Krabi is typically warm in December.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +30°C to +30°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +24°C to +24°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Krabi:
Water temperature in Krabi in December
Water in Krabi in December is Very warm. It varies from +27°C to +30°C, with an average of +29°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +30°C.
The water temperature in December is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Krabi are reached in May, when the average sea temperature rises to +31°C. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +28°C.
Can you swim in Krabi in December?
You can definitely swim in Krabi in December, the water is very warm (+29°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Krabi in December
Krabi weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+30°C
+30°C
+31°C
Min. temperature
+21°C
+19°C
+20°C
Max. temperature
+34°C
+34°C
+36°C
Rainfall
171 mm
71 mm
32 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+29°C
+29°C
+28°C
Humidity
83%
80%
77%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
0
2
4
Cloudy days
3
11
14
Rainy days
22
16
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as ok as in November.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +30°C for average maximum temperature during the day.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 171 mm to 71 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 83% to 80%.Winds are stronger in comparison to November, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 0 to 2.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in January as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Krabi in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Krabi is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Krabi based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in December stands at 61%, leading to total precipitation of around 70 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Krabi wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 87% chance of precipitation and 304 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 38% chance of precipitation and 21 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Krabi?
This is the weather in Krabi in December 2023:
1 December
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+31°C
2 December
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+31°C
3 December
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+30°C
4 December
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+31°C
5 December
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+32°C
6 December
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+32°C
7 December
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+31°C
8 December
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+31°C
9 December
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+32°C
10 December
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+32°C
11 December
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+32°C
12 December
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+32°C
13 December
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+31°C
14 December
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+32°C
15 December
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+31°C
16 December
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+32°C
17 December
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+33°C
18 December
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+33°C
19 December
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+32°C
20 December
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+33°C
21 December
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+32°C
22 December
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+31°C
23 December
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+30°C
24 December
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+28°C
25 December
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+28°C
26 December
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+29°C
27 December
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+30°C
28 December
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+31°C
29 December
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+31°C
30 December
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+31°C
31 December
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+32°C
In December 2023 Krabi had 18 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +28°C. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Krabi climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Krabi in December has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1999 (+29°C) and the highest in 2020 (+33°C). The driest year was 2002 with only 1391 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 2625 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Krabi in December:
Is December a good time to visit Krabi?
It’s always a good time to visit Krabi, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Krabi in December?
December is warm in Krabi. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Krabi in December?
Yes, you can swim in Krabi in December, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +29°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Krabi rainy in December?
Krabi is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Krabi in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Krabi in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Thailand
Check out the weather for other cities in Thailand.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Krabi, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.