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Cobán Weather in December

December in Cobán brings high temperatures, with highs of 23°C (73°F) and nights dropping to 15°C (59°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.

Rainfall in Cobán in December

As part of the rainy season, Cobán sees around 15 days of rain in December, with an average of 171 mm (6.7 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in Cobán in December

If you're visiting Cobán in December, expect highs of 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows around 15°C (59°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 15°C (59°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the best months to visit Cobán.

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Cobán Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 171 mm (6.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  

Historical weather for Cobán in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Cobán spanning 44 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Cobán historical weather extremes in December

Our historical data for Cobán spans 2006 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.

  • The warmest day in December was on December 2, 2009, with a maximum of 30°C (86°F).
  • The coldest December day was on December 10, 2017, with a maximum of 12°C (54°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 5°C (41°F) on December 18, 2010, marking the coldest December night on record.
  • The wettest day in December Cobán was on December 1, 2006 with 48 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation.

Best Places in Guatemala in December

Find out more about the weather in Guatemala and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Guatemala in December →

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Cobán in December

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in December. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.

What To Do in Cobán in December

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

Camping
6/10

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