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Cayo Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cayo, Belize in December.

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San Ignacio Good Living Camp Belmopan Teakettle Village

Planning a trip to Cayo, Belize this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Cayo in December

Cayo, Belize is a region in Belize. December in Cayo generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in San Ignacio.

For a closer look at conditions across Cayo, Belize, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in San Ignacio with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Good Living Camp with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take San Ignacio as an example - it receives around 151 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Cayo by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cayo - and find the best time to visit. (based on San Ignacio)

January29°C (84°F) February31°C (88°F) March33°C (91°F) April35°C (95°F) May35°C (95°F) June33°C (91°F) July33°C (91°F) This monthAugust34°C (93°F) September33°C (91°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Cayo in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cayo.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Cayo

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Cayo, Belize?

Temperature range in Cayo (December)

Precipitation variation in Cayo (December)

San Ignacio

In December San Ignacio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
151 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in San Ignacio →

Belmopan

In December Belmopan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
151 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Belmopan →

Good Living Camp

In December Good Living Camp generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
151 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Good Living Camp →

Teakettle Village

In December Teakettle Village generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
151 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Teakettle Village →

San Antonio

In December San Antonio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
151 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in San Antonio →

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In our records: Belize December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Belize in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Belize was 19°C (66°F) in Elijio Panti National Park on December 30, 2023.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cayo in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Ignacio 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Good Living Camp 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Belmopan 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Teakettle Village 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
San Antonio 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Cayo weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cayo, Belize in December?

Cayo, Belize typically experiences excellent weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in San Ignacio average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Cayo, Belize in December?

In San Ignacio, the average daytime high in December is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 19°C (66°F).

Does Cayo, Belize get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Cayo, Belize. San Ignacio averages only about 64 mm (2.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Cayo, Belize?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Cayo, Belize with overall excellent weather in San Ignacio. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January and December provide excellent weather in San Ignacio. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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