Temperatures in December
It's warm in December in Vietnam with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Vietnam in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Vietnam with warm temperatures, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 23°C, with nights close to 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Vietnam will be around 23°C, with nights close to 16°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 22 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The precipitation chance averages 17% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Vietnam. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Vietnam in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
23°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
25°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
21°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
22 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 10 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Vietnam?
Want nice weather? Then December is a great time to be in Vietnam. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
The typhoon season in Vietnam runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Vietnam in December
With 31°C, Vietnam hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 24°C.
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The climate of Vietnam is based on weather data from Hanoi. Other spots, like Halong Bay, Ho Chi Minh City or Hội An, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Vietnam for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in December in Vietnam
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Vietnam, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in December in Vietnam
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Daily Precipitation in December in Vietnam
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Vietnam, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 5 days of rain in Vietnam.
Daily UV Index in December in Vietnam
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Vietnam, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Vietnam Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Vietnam, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Vietnam Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Vietnam, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Vietnam
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Vietnam. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in Vietnam
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Mostly warm, with occasional light rain, but generally sunny and pleasant. It is quite humid here, so wear light clothes!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Vietnam by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Vietnam. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
