December weather forecast
Tawau, Malaysia

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Weather in December

Rounding the year off in December, Tawau, Malaysia witnesses a minor drop in temperatures from November but maintains the tropical warmth. Rainfall further deescalates, notching down the city's wetness, declaring an end to the heavier monsoon season. Sunshine duration, on the other hand, remains steady, providing a routine pattern of bright and sunny days. The sea retains warmth, rounding off the year on a high note for beachgoers and sea-lovers, signaling the onset of similar weather cues in January of the New Year.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in December, at a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), reveals a modest deviation from November's 32°C (89.6°F). Tawau records a consistent low-temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F) during December nights.

Rainfall

In Tawau, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 136mm (5.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tawau, Malaysia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146 days and collects up to 1763mm (69.41") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Tawau is 28.8°C (83.8°F).
Note: Water temperatures in the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are warm and delightful, ensuring comfort during water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Tawau is December, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Tawau, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 6:07 pm +08.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Tawau during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Tawau, records 31.9°C (89.4°F), while the low-temperature is 22.6°C (72.7°F).

How much does it rain in Tawau in December?

In Tawau, Malaysia, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 136mm (5.35") of precipitation.

How warm is the water in December in Tawau?

In Tawau, Malaysia, the average seawater temperature in December is 28.8°C (83.8°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tawau?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Tawau?

In Tawau, Malaysia, the average day length in December is 11h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tawau?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tawau, Malaysia, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 6:07 pm +08.

How many hours of sunshine does Tawau have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Tawau, Malaysia, is 6.3h.

Average temperature in December
Tawau, Malaysia

Average temperature in December - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (32.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (31.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (22.3°C).

Average rainfall in December
Tawau, Malaysia

Average rainfall in December - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average rainfall in December: 135.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (207.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (89.8mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Tawau, Malaysia

Average rainfall days in December - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March and April (10 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Tawau, Malaysia

Average sea temperature in December - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average sea temperature in December: 28.8°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are May and June (29.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (28°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tawau, Malaysia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Tawau, Malaysia

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