Riviera Maya weather in December
Considering a trip to Riviera Maya this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Riviera Maya in December?
Riviera Maya is a region in Mexico. December in Riviera Maya generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C and nighttime temperatures around 23°C in Playa del Carmen.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Akumal with an average of 63 mm to moderate rainfall in Cancún with 70 mm. Meanwhile, Playa del Carmen enjoys close to 211 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For a closer look at December's conditions in Riviera Maya, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Riviera Maya's yearly weather, check out our Riviera Maya climate page.
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Popular destinations in Riviera Maya
What is the weather like in December for the 4 most popular destinations in Riviera Maya?
Average weather in Playa del Carmen
In December Playa del Carmen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Cancún
In December Cancún generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Tulum
In December Tulum generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Akumal
In December Akumal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Riviera Maya, in Mexico.
Is December the best time to visit Riviera Maya?
We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Riviera Maya. Typically, the climate in Playa del Carmen is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Riviera Maya is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. On the other hand, the weather in October tends to be poor.
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