Temperature in Oaxaca in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Oaxaca, Mexico this December.

Oaxaca, Mexico, a region in Mexico, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 23°C (73°F) in San Felipe Usila to 33°C (91°F) in Puerto Escondido. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Puerto Escondido and 15°C (59°F) in San Felipe Usila.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Oaxaca, Mexico in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in Oaxaca. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Oaxaca in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

Oaxaca temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Oaxaca, Mexico in December?

Oaxaca de Juárez averages a daytime high of 25°C (77°F) in December, which is high for Oaxaca, Mexico.

How cold does it get at night in Oaxaca, Mexico in December?

Average overnight lows in Oaxaca, Mexico during December sit near 10°C (50°F) in Oaxaca de Juárez.

What is the warmest city in December in Oaxaca, Mexico?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Puerto Escondido clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 33°C (91°F), and evenings that remain near 23°C (73°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Oaxaca, Mexico?

In our database, San Felipe Usila is the chilliest city in December in Oaxaca, Mexico. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 23°C (73°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 15°C (59°F).

How much sun does Oaxaca, Mexico get in December?

Oaxaca de Juárez enjoys approximately 268 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 26°C (79°F) in Salina Cruz this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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