What is the weather like in Koh Lipe in December?

Expect temperatures between 26°C and 29°C with 36% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Koh Lipe in December?

Koh Lipe in December scores 51/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Koh Lipe in December?

December in Koh Lipe is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Koh Lipe Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

29°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

26°C

Coolest around day 22

Rainy Days

23days

36% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

29.2°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Koh Lipe coastline

Essential Travel Info for Koh Lipe

🗓️ Best Time to Visit 📖 Travel Guide 🍴 Food Guide

Currency

THB

฿ Thai baht

Language

Thai

Driving

Left side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.098

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

11 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Thailand.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Cholera

There is no longer active cholera transmission and vaccine is not recommended.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Thailand.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Thailand. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Thailand.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Koh Lipe?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(51/100)

Short Answer

⚠️ December falls in Koh Lipe's typhoon season. While daily weather averages 29°C with 36% rain, tropical storms can disrupt travel. Flexible bookings recommended.

Decision Factors

Cyclone season active

Indian Ocean zone - expect potential cyclone activity

Oppressive heat and humidity

28.8°C with 78% humidity - challenging conditions

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Feels significantly hotter than 28.8°C

Heat index: 34°C due to 78% humidity

Warm tropical seas

29.2°C sea temperature - Hot Soup

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Dengue

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
78% humidity creates difficult conditions
📸
Photographers
78% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities
💼
Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
34°C feels-like temperature creates discomfort

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Koh Lipe in December averages 29°C with 36% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Koh Lipe in December

What are the temperatures in Koh Lipe in December?

Daytime highs average 29°C, nights drop to 26°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Koh Lipe in December?

Expect around 23 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Koh Lipe in December?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is December peak season in Koh Lipe?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Koh Lipe Weather in December