Kuala Lumpur vs Phnom Penh in December

Phnom Penh is the better pick in December — 75 vs 50 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Phnom Penh is sweltering, a little rain, clean air, while Kuala Lumpur is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.

Kuala Lumpur vs Phnom PenhDecember climate, side by side

Kuala LumpurPhnom Penh
Comfort score50/100 (D)75/100 (B)
Feels-like high38°C34°C
Avg high / low32° / 24°31° / 24°
Rainfall271 mm39 mm
Rainy days266
Humidity88%72%
Air quality (AQI)8748

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Kuala Lumpur vs Phnom Penh in December — FAQ

Is December better in Kuala Lumpur or Phnom Penh?
Phnom Penh is the better pick in December — 75 vs 50 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Phnom Penh is sweltering, a little rain, clean air, while Kuala Lumpur is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Kuala Lumpur vs Phnom Penh in December?
In December, Kuala Lumpur averages 32°C high / 24°C low with about 271 mm of rain; Phnom Penh averages 31°C high / 24°C low with about 39 mm.