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Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize in December.

Thinking about venturing to the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve in December

The Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize is a region in Belize. December in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize, check out 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 moderate rainfall in San Antonio with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. San Ignacio receives about 151 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve by month

Best Places to Visit in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve.

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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 the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize?

Temperature range in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve (December)

Precipitation variation in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve (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 perfect that month.

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

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 perfect that month.

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

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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 the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Ignacio 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
San Antonio 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

The Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize in December?

In December, the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize generally has perfect weather conditions. San Ignacio sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize in December?

Daytime temperatures in San Ignacio peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in December, dropping to about 19°C (66°F) overnight.

Does the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. San Ignacio averages just 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize. Typically, the climate in San Ignacio is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize is in January and December with generally perfect weather in San Ignacio. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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