GuatemalaThe weather in December in Tikal
It's hot in December in Tikal with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
December is a good month to be in Tikal for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Tikal, Guatemala. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2014, Tikal reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 67 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Tikal
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Tikal. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Tikal | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 67 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Tikal with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Tikal is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Tikal, Guatemala. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Tikal
Temperature in December in Tikal over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Tikal, Guatemala. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Tikal
Total precipitation in December in Tikal over the years
Daily UV index in December in Tikal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Tikal, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Tikal by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tikal. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.