South Asia in December: Peak Conditions at Shoulder Season Prices

December in South Asia: The Savvy Traveler’s Sweet Spot Your Gnomadic Guide to Rajasthan, Kerala & Sri Lanka There’s a moment every December, usually around the first week, when something magical happens in South Asia. The monsoon rains have retreated, leaving behind landscapes painted in impossible greens. The oppressive humidity has lifted. And perhaps most importantly—the peak-season crowds haven’t arrived yet. ...

December 8, 2025 · 10 min · 1990 words · HWWG