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December · Central Java

Kendal in December

Go score
68 Good
Average high
31°
Sea temperature
30°
Tourist density
Quiet
Quick answers
How warm is it in Kendal in December?
Expect around 31°C (87°F) in the afternoon and 23°C (73°F) at night.
Can you swim in the sea in Kendal in December?
Definitely: the sea is around 30°C (85°F), warm enough to stay in for a while. It is usually about 30°C (85°F) at the start of the month and 29°C (85°F) at the end.
Does it rain a lot in Kendal in December?
Yes, this is one of the wetter months: 261 mm on 17 days.
December · Go score 68/100

Is December a good time to visit Kendal?

Yes, December is a good time to visit Kendal (go score 68/100), though the weather is even better in July–August.

The sea is warm enough for swimming (about 30°C (85°F)). Tourist crowds: quiet.

Climate

Go score: Good · #11 of 12 months

Tourist densityQuietestimate
Average high31°C (87°F)-1° vs. November
Average low23°C (73°F)
Sea temperature30°C (85°F)very warm
Rain days17 days261 mm
Sunshine per day6.3 h50%
Daylight12.5 h
Humidity84%
Wind9 km/h

Kendal in December: the month in numbers

December brings Kendal afternoon highs of about 31°C (87°F) and nights of 23°C (73°F). Temperatures barely change from November, and January stays much the same (30°C (86°F)). Wet weather is the rule: 261 mm over 17 days. Average sunshine: 6 h 18 min per day; the day is 12 h 30 min long. With the water at 30°C (85°F), beach days work well, moving from 30°C (85°F) to 29°C (85°F) through the month, and it peaks in May at 30°C (86°F).

Expect quiet levels of tourism, which usually means easier bookings and lower room rates. The general price level is very cheap.

Daylight: 12 h 29 min at the start of the month (05:14–17:44), 12 h 31 min at the end (05:27–17:58). The days stay about the same length.

Kendal or nearby? The same month in neighbouring destinations

Nearby alternatives: Weleri (16 km) is about as warm; Semarang (25 km) is 1 °C (2 °F) warmer; Ungaran (33 km) is 2.5 °C (4 °F) cooler. For more warmth, Semarang is the pick.

DestinationDistanceHighLowRain daysSeaGo score
Kendal—31°23°1730°68
Weleri16 km31°23°1730°69
Semarang25 km32°23°1730°61
Ungaran33 km28°21°1830°67

December falls in the rainy season in Indonesia. Month by month

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Frequently asked questions

Is December a good time to visit Kendal?

Yes, December is a good time to visit Kendal (go score 68/100), though the weather is even better in July–August. The sea is warm enough for swimming (about 30°C (85°F)). Tourist crowds: quiet.

What is the weather like in Kendal in December?

In December, Kendal averages a high of 31°C (87°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 261 mm of rain on about 17 days.

Kendal: sea water temperature

In December: 30°C (85°F) — very warm.

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Updated: Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals