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Nha Trang in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Nha Trang in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Nha Trang, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Nha Trang in December 2024

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Warm water
If you plan to visit Nha Trang in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +81°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 21 rainy days in the month and around 161 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+81°F
Avg. max. temperature
+63°F
Min.
+86°F
Max.
161 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Nha Trang has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Nha Trang in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Nha Trang for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +82°F during the day to a minimum of +72°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +79°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +81°F.

Is Nha Trang warm or cold in December?

Nha Trang is typically warm in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +82°F to +81°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +77°F to +73°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

December is one of the coolest months in Nha Trang, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Nha Trang in December

Water in Nha Trang in December is Warm. It varies from +74°F to +82°F, with an average of +78°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +81°F.

In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Nha Trang are reached in June, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +77°F.

Can you swim in Nha Trang in December?

You can absolutely swim in Nha Trang in December, the water is warm (+78°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Nha Trang in December

Nha Trang weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+82°F+81°F+81°F
Min. temperature
+68°F+63°F+63°F
Max. temperature
+90°F+86°F+88°F
Rainfall
240 mm161 mm45 mm
Wind
1 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+80°F+78°F+77°F
Humidity
85%83%81%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1013 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
001
Cloudy days
4914
Rainy days
252117
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +82°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +81°F. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 240 mm to 161 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 85% to 83%. Winds are stronger in comparison to November, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in January as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Nha Trang in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Nha Trang is gradually increasing during December, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Nha Trang based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 77% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 238 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 46 mm, which is moderate rain. December is a pretty wet month with over 24 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Nha Trang wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 80% chance of precipitation and 305 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 23 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Nha Trang?

This is the weather in Nha Trang in December 2023:
1 December
🌧️
+82°F
2 December
🌧️
+80°F
3 December
🌧️
+78°F
4 December
🌧️
+81°F
5 December
☁️
+81°F
6 December
🌧️
+80°F
7 December
🌧️
+80°F
8 December
☁️
+80°F
9 December
☁️
+81°F
10 December
☁️
+82°F
11 December
☀️
+82°F
12 December
🌧️
+82°F
13 December
🌧️
+82°F
14 December
☁️
+82°F
15 December
☀️
+82°F
16 December
🌧️
+82°F
17 December
🌧️
+81°F
18 December
🌧️
+80°F
19 December
🌧️
+81°F
20 December
🌧️
+77°F
21 December
🌧️
+77°F
22 December
🌧️
+75°F
23 December
🌧️
+76°F
24 December
🌧️
+77°F
25 December
☁️
+75°F
26 December
☁️
+79°F
27 December
🌧️
+77°F
28 December
🌧️
+78°F
29 December
🌧️
+80°F
30 December
☁️
+81°F
31 December
☁️
+80°F
In December 2023 Nha Trang had 2 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 20 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +79°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +75°F. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 76%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Nha Trang climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Nha Trang in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+85°F) and the highest in 2019 (+88°F). The driest year was 2004 with only 1396 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2008 with 2587 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Nha Trang in December:

Is December a good time to visit Nha Trang?

It’s always a good time to visit Nha Trang, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Nha Trang in December?

December is warm in Nha Trang. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Nha Trang in December?

Yes, you can swim in Nha Trang in December, the water temperature averaging at +78°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Nha Trang rainy in December?

Nha Trang is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Nha Trang in December?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Nha Trang in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Vietnam

Check out the weather for other cities in Vietnam.

Monthly weather in Nha Trang

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Nha Trang, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.