Yucatán weather in December
Are you planning a trip to Yucatán in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Yucatán in December?
Yucatán is a region in Mexico. December in Yucatán generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Celestún at 28°C to very warm in Uxmal at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C in Uxmal and 22°C in Celestún. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Celestún with an average of 20 mm to moderate rainfall in El Cuyo with 35 mm. The city Mérida usually sees around 203 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Yucatán for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Yucatán climate page.
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Average weather in Mérida
In December Mérida generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Chicxulub
In December Chicxulub generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Izamal
In December Izamal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Valladolid
In December Valladolid generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Progreso
In December Progreso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Yucatán?
We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Yucatán with overall perfect weather in Mérida.
Generally speaking, January, February and December provide perfect weather in Mérida. The weather in May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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