Puerto Vallarta weather in December (Jalisco, Mexico)

What can you expect from the weather in Puerto Vallarta during December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Puerto Vallarta the weather in December is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 27°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Puerto Vallarta in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 27 mm for the month. Typically around 2 days of rainfall is expected.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Puerto Vallarta climate page with graphs.

 

Puerto Vallarta, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 6%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 27 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  

Where to go in Mexico in December

Find out more about the weather in Mexico in December and which places have the best weather 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).

So, what should you wear in Puerto Vallarta in December?

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 25°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 in December.

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

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