Mexico (Mexico City) · December
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 24° (75°)16– (61–)29 (84) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)31 (88) | 28° (82°)21– (70–)34 (93) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)34 (93) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)35 (95) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)31 (88) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)29 (84) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)29 (84) | 25° (77°)19– (66–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)18– (64–)28 (82) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)29 (84) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)28 (82) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)10 (50) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)7– (45–)13 (55) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)13 (55) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 6° (43°)1– (34–)11 (52) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)9 (48) |
☀️Sunshine | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 11h UV 10 | 11h UV 10 | 10h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 7h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 |
🌧Rain Days | 1d14mm (0.6") | 2d24mm (0.9") | 3d26mm (1.0") | 5d54mm (2.1") | 8d81mm (3.2") | 13d174mm (6.9") | 18d213mm (8.4") | 18d212mm (8.4") | 14d158mm (6.2") | 7d100mm (4.0") | 3d28mm (1.1") | 1d9mm (0.3") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
December is an acceptable travel month for Mexico (Mexico City) — conditions are fine, though February, March, April, May, October, and November offer even better weather.
Daytime highs average 24°C (75°F), cooling to 4°C (39°F) at night (daily average: 14°C (57°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around -2°C (28°F) — frost does occur. The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 1 rain day with 9 mm (0.4 in) total.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Dry air, clear skies and cool mornings: up on the high plateau a sweater is welcome early on, while a T-shirt is enough by midday. The markets fill with winter and Christmas smells, and street stalls sell hot atole and tamales. The city is calm enough for long museum days in Polanco and Coyoacán.
Events & Festivals
- Feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe12 December
Millions of pilgrims from all over Mexico make their way to the Basílica de Guadalupe in the north of the city, many on foot. Around 11 and 12 December the approach roads are packed.
Packing list for Mexico (Mexico City) in December
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Warm jacket for frosty nights
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Mexico (Mexico City)?
- December is not an optimal month for Mexico (Mexico City) (Score: 74/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider February, March, April, May, October, and November.
- How warm is it in Mexico (Mexico City) in December?
- In December, Mexico (Mexico City) sees daily highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights cool to 4°C (39°F), with a daily average of 14°C (57°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around -2°C (28°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Mexico (Mexico City) in December?
- In December, Mexico (Mexico City) receives an average of 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Mexico (Mexico City) get in December?
- Mexico (Mexico City) averages 8 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
