December Rainfall and Precipitation in Riviera Maya
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Riviera Maya, Mexico in December.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Riviera Maya precipitation in December: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Riviera Maya, Mexico receive in December?
In December, Playa del Carmen typically receives modest rainfall, around 66 mm (2.6 in), making this a relatively dry month.
How many days does it rain in Riviera Maya, Mexico in December?
Playa del Carmen sees roughly 8 days rainy days during December.
Is December part of the rainy season in Riviera Maya, Mexico?
Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Riviera Maya, Mexico.
What is the wettest city in December in Riviera Maya, Mexico?
Looking at our data, Cancún tops the wettest-cities list in Riviera Maya, Mexico for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 70 mm (2.8 in).
What is the driest city in December in Riviera Maya, Mexico?
The driest place is Akumal with an average rainfall of 63 mm (2.5 in) according to our data.
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