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Puerto Escondido Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows of 23°C (73°F), December in Puerto Escondido brings very high temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Puerto Escondido in December

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 0 days of rain, with 11 mm (0.4 in) average for the month.

Temperature in Puerto Escondido in December

Puerto Escondido has excellent weather in December, with days reaching 33°C (91°F) and nights cooling to 23°C (73°F). For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. With lows of 23°C (73°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

Sunshine in Puerto Escondido in December

There are approximately 238 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January typically offers the best weather for Puerto Escondido.

Puerto Escondido Temperature in December

Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
33°C (91°F)
Chance of Rain
0%
Precipitation
11 mm (0.4 in)
Rainy days
0 days
Sunshine
238 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Mazunte, Mexico (58 KM, 36 Miles).

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Daily Historical Temperatures

47-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Puerto Escondido typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 33°C (91°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).

Average temperatures in December

Historical weather records for Puerto Escondido in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Puerto Escondido spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Puerto Escondido historical weather extremes in December

Our historical data for Puerto Escondido spans 1995 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.

  • Puerto Escondido recorded its highest December temperature of 36°C (97°F) on December 31, 2010.
  • On December 26, 1996, Puerto Escondido saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at 23°C (73°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 16°C (61°F) on December 3, 2013, marking the coldest December night on record.

Best Places in Mexico 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 Puerto Escondido in December

Warm but pleasant conditions in Puerto Escondido in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Puerto Escondido in December

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

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    8/10
  • Walking
    8/10
  • Barbeque
    10/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    8/10

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