Average weather for Yucatán in December
It's warm in December in Yucatán with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 23°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Yucatán with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 23°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 28°C, with nights around 22°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 Yucatán is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In December, there is an average of 74 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Yucatán in December |
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28°C | 9°C | |
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29°C | 12°C | |
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27°C | -5°C | |
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74 mm | 133 mm | |
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15 days | 17 days |
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.
Is December a good time to visit Yucatán?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Yucatán. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Yucatán runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2015, Yucatán reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Check out the climate of Yucatán for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Yucatán is based on weather data from Cancún. Other spots might have different weather.
Daily Temperature in December in Yucatán
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Yucatán, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Yucatán
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Yucatán, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Yucatán.
Daily UV index in December in Yucatán
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Yucatán, 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.
Temperature in December in Yucatán over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Yucatán, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Yucatán over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Yucatán, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Yucatán
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Yucatán. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Yucatán by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Yucatán. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.