December Rainfall and Precipitation in Sonora

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Sonora, Mexico in December.

Sonora, Mexico, a region in Mexico, experiences in December precipitation ranging from a low 12 mm (0.5 in) in Bahía Kino to a low 30 mm (1.2 in) in Álamos. December is a winter month. If you're planning to visit during December, be prepared for the highest rainfall of the year in Sonora, Mexico.

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Best Places to Visit in Sonora in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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.

Sonora precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Sonora, Mexico receive in December?

Puerto Peñasco stays mostly dry in December, with average rainfall close to 15 mm (0.6 in).

How many days does it rain in Sonora, Mexico in December?

Puerto Peñasco sees roughly 2 days rainy days during December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Sonora, Mexico?

Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Sonora, Mexico.

What is the wettest city in December in Sonora, Mexico?

Based on our records, Álamos receives the most rainfall in Sonora, Mexico in December, averaging about 30 mm (1.2 in).

What is the driest city in December in Sonora, Mexico?

Bahía Kino is the driest city we have data for in Sonora, Mexico in December, with monthly rainfall close to 12 mm (0.5 in).

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