Sonora weather in December
Planning a getaway to Sonora this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Sonora in December?
Sonora is a region in Mexico. The weather in Sonora in December can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from moderate to warm and low precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is moderate in Nogales at 17°C to warm in Navojoa at 28°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C in Navojoa and -0°C in Nogales.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bahía Kino with an average of 12 mm to low rainfall in Álamos with 30 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Puerto Peñasco.
For specific regional insights in Sonora for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Sonora climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Sonora?
Puerto Peñasco
In December Puerto Peñasco generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Hermosillo
In December Hermosillo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Nogales
In December Nogales generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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San Carlos
In December San Carlos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Ciudad Obregón
In December Ciudad Obregón generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and low 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 Sonora, in Mexico.
Is December the best time to visit Sonora?
We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Sonora. Typically, the climate in Puerto Peñasco is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit Sonora is in January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Puerto Peñasco. The weather in August, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.
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