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Placencia Village Weather in December
Placencia Village in December averages 28°C (82°F) during the day and 23°C (73°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Placencia Village in December
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain, with 154 mm (6.1 in) average for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.
Temperature in Placencia Village in December
In December, expect high temperatures in Placencia Village, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 23°C (73°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.
Sunshine in Placencia Village in December
There are approximately 190 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Placencia Village Temperature in December
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
154 mm (6.1 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
190 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Hopkins, Belize (39 KM, 24 Miles).
Placencia Village Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Placencia Village in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Placencia Village spanning 33 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Placencia Village historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Placencia Village between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- Placencia Village recorded its highest December temperature of 33°C (91°F) on December 12, 2025.
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was 23°C (73°F), recorded on December 14, 2010.
- Placencia Village registered its coldest December night on December 2, 2021, with temperatures dropping to 5°C (41°F).
- Peak precipitation in December occurred on December 12, 2023, when 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in Belize 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 Placencia Village in December
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Placencia Village in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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