Jalisco Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jalisco, Mexico in December.

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Puerto Vallarta Guadalajara Barra de Navidad Careyes

Considering a trip to Jalisco, Mexico this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Jalisco in December

Jalisco, Mexico is a region in Mexico. December in Jalisco generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C (75°F) in Arandas to 29°C (84°F) in Barra de Navidad. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Barra de Navidad and 9°C (48°F) in Arandas.

For a closer look at conditions across Jalisco, Mexico, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Ajijic with an average of 6.4 mm (0.3 in) to low rainfall in Yelapa with 28 mm (1.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Jalisco in December

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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 Jalisco

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Jalisco, Mexico?

Temperature range in Jalisco (December)

Precipitation variation in Jalisco (December)

Puerto Vallarta

In December Puerto Vallarta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puerto Vallarta →

Guadalajara

In December Guadalajara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
191 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
8 mm (0.3 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Guadalajara →

Barra de Navidad

In December Barra de Navidad generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
227 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Barra de Navidad →

Careyes

In December Careyes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Careyes →

San Juan de los Lagos

In December San Juan de los Lagos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
221 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
7.5 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in San Juan de los Lagos →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Vallarta 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Guadalajara 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Barra de Navidad 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Careyes 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
San Juan de los Lagos 25°C (77°F) 9°C (48°F) 7.5 mm (0.3 in)
Tapalpa 24°C (75°F) 9°C (48°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)

Jalisco weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jalisco, Mexico in December?

In December, Jalisco, Mexico generally has perfect weather conditions. Puerto Vallarta sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Jalisco, Mexico in December?

Puerto Vallarta averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does Jalisco, Mexico get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Jalisco, Mexico. Puerto Vallarta averages only about 27 mm (1.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Jalisco, Mexico?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Jalisco, Mexico. Typically, the climate in Puerto Vallarta is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Jalisco, Mexico is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Puerto Vallarta. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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