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Cancún weather in December (Quintana Roo, Mexico)

Thinking of visiting Cancún in December? Check the weather first! Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Cancún during December, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 27°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 24°C.

Precipitation

Cancún in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 6 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 217 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a prime time to visit Cancún. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While October tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Cancún, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
SunshineSunshine 217 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mexico in December

Find out more about the weather in Mexico and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Mexico, check out our Cancún's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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