Central Puerto Rico Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico in December.

Planning a trip to Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Central Puerto Rico in December

Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico is a region in Puerto Rico. December in Central Puerto Rico generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C (79°F) in Adjuntas to 29°C (84°F) in San German. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in San German and 20°C (68°F) in Adjuntas.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mayaguez with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Ciales with 53 mm (2.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Central Puerto Rico 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).

Popular Destinations in Central Puerto Rico

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico?

Temperature range in Central Puerto Rico (December)

Precipitation variation in Central Puerto Rico (December)

Rincon

In December Rincon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Aguada

In December Aguada generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Aguadilla

In December Aguadilla generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Mayaguez

In December Mayaguez generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Barranquitas

In December Barranquitas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
216 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
51 mm (2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Puerto Rico December extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest December day in Puerto Rico reached 39°C (102°F) in Fajardo on December 7, 2015.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Central Puerto Rico in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rincon 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Aguada 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Aguadilla 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Mayaguez 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Barranquitas 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Adjuntas 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)

Central Puerto Rico weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico in December?

Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico typically experiences perfect weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Rincon average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico in December?

Rincon averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Rincon averages just 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico with overall perfect weather in Rincon.

On average, the best time to visit Central Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico is in January, February, March, April, May, November and December with generally perfect weather in Rincon. On the other hand, the month of September tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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