Mexico (Cancún) · December
Best travel monthTravel seasonMexico · North America
Max Temp
27.4°C
Min Temp
20.5°C
Sunshine
6.1 h/day
Rain Days
8 days
Water Temp
26.8°C
Rainfall
67 mm
Humidity
78%
Avg Temp
24.7°C
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
December is one of the best travel months for Mexico (Cancún) — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 27°C, and outdoor activities are excellent.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 27°C, cooling to 21°C at night (daily average: 25°C). The sun shines an average of 6 hours per day; there are 8 rain days with 67 mm total. The water is a warm 27°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in December are ideal.
Beste Zeit für Cancún und die Riviera Maya: trocken, 25–30°C, das karibische Türkis ohne Regenwolken. Chichen Itzá und Tulum ohne extreme Hitze. Día de los Muertos im November ist kulturell besonders — Ofrendas in den Maya-Gemeinden.
Packing list for Mexico (Cancún) in December
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Mexico (Cancún)?
- Yes — December is one of the best months to visit Mexico (Cancún) (Climate Score: 67/100). Pleasant temperatures (27°C), good sunshine (6 h/day), and few rain days (8) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Mexico (Cancún) in December?
- In December, Mexico (Cancún) sees daily highs of 27°C. Nights cool to 21°C, with a daily average of 25°C.
- How much rain falls in Mexico (Cancún) in December?
- In December, Mexico (Cancún) receives an average of 67 mm of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Mexico (Cancún) get in December?
- Mexico (Cancún) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Mexico (Cancún) in December?
- Water temperature in Mexico (Cancún) in December averages 27°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
