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Riviera Nayarit Weather in December

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Riviera Nayarit, Mexico in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Riviera Nayarit in December

Riviera Nayarit, Mexico is a region in Mexico. December in Riviera Nayarit generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Nuevo Vallarta .

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in San Blas with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Tepic with 34 mm (1.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Riviera Nayarit 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 Riviera Nayarit

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

Temperature range in Riviera Nayarit (December)

Precipitation variation in Riviera Nayarit (December)

Nuevo Vallarta

In December Nuevo Vallarta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
26 mm (1 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nuevo Vallarta →

Bucerías

In December Bucerías generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
26 mm (1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bucerías →

Sayulita

In December Sayulita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sayulita →

Punta Mita

In December Punta Mita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Punta Mita →

Cruz de Huanacaxtle

In December Cruz de Huanacaxtle generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cruz de Huanacaxtle →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Riviera Nayarit, in Mexico.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nuevo Vallarta 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Bucerías 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Sayulita 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Punta Mita 26°C (79°F) 24°C (75°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Cruz de Huanacaxtle 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Rincon de Guayabitos 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Riviera Nayarit weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico in December?

Expect perfect weather across Riviera Nayarit, Mexico in December. The popular destination of Nuevo Vallarta averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 19°C (66°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico in December?

Average temperatures in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico during December range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Nuevo Vallarta .

Does Riviera Nayarit, Mexico get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico during December, with Nuevo Vallarta averaging close to 26 mm (1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Riviera Nayarit, Mexico?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Riviera Nayarit, Mexico with overall perfect weather in Nuevo Vallarta . However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Nuevo Vallarta . In contrast, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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