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San Ignacio Weather in December

December in San Ignacio brings high temperatures, with highs of 29°C (84°F) and nights dropping to 19°C (66°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 64 mm (2.5 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in San Ignacio in December

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain, averaging 64 mm (2.5 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in San Ignacio in December

December is one of the better months to visit San Ignacio. Expect 29°C (84°F) during the day and 19°C (66°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights drop to around 19°C (66°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in San Ignacio in December

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 151 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a good time to visit San Ignacio.

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San Ignacio Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 64 mm (2.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 151 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Belmopan, Belize (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Historical weather for San Ignacio in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for San Ignacio spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

San Ignacio historical weather extremes in December

Based on 19 years of weather observations in San Ignacio between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • San Ignacio recorded its highest December temperature of 35°C (95°F) on December 2, 2009.
  • On December 30, 2023, San Ignacio saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at 20°C (68°F).
  • The coldest night in December in San Ignacio was on December 15, 2010, with a minimum of 11°C (52°F).
  • Peak precipitation in December occurred on December 1, 2006, when 41 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation was measured.

Best Places in Belize in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in San Ignacio in December

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in San Ignacio in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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