Month guide · Krabi · Thailand
Krabi in December
What December is really like in Krabi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: kallerna, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
December is one of the best months to visit Krabi. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 8 rainy days and roughly 11.7 hours of daylight. Mostly dry and calm; Christmas and New Year are the busiest and most expensive weeks.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 8
- Daylight
- About 11.7 hours
- Sea temperature
- 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in December
December is the coolest month in Krabi: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 8 of its 31 days. Compared with November (31°C (88°F)), December is about as warm; by January highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 December)
- About 06:30
- Sunset (15 December)
- About 18:10
- Daylight
- About 11.7 hours
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F)
Late monsoon (September–November). The wettest weeks, with some island businesses closed, giving way to drier weather by late November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, December rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: December is one of the pricier months.
Events in December
- Christmas and New Year beach celebrations
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in December
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Beach · Noppharat Thara
Noppharat Thara Beach
This long, tree-shaded beach just north of Ao Nang is part of a national park and far calmer than its neighbour.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Nature
Viewpoint · Noppharat Thara
Khao Ngon Nak (Dragon Crest) trail
Start before 7am to avoid the heat, carry at least two litres of water and avoid it after heavy rain, when it gets slippery.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Active
- Views
- Nature
- Outdoors
Experience · Ao Thalane
Ao Thalane mangrove kayaking
North of Ao Nang, guided kayak trips paddle through mangrove forests and narrow channels between limestone cliffs, where you may see monkeys and kingfishers.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- Active
- Outdoors
Experience · Railay
Rock climbing at Railay and Tonsai
Climb in the morning when walls are in shade, and choose a school with recent, well-maintained equipment.
- Time needed
- Half to full day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Active
- Outdoors
- Views
The sea averages 28°C (82°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Krabi.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 23°C and 8 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is December a good time to visit Krabi?
It is one of the best months to visit Krabi. Mostly dry and calm; Christmas and New Year are the busiest and most expensive weeks.
+How warm is Krabi in December?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Krabi in December?
Expect rain on about 8 days of the month.