December weather forecast
Chapala, Mexico

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Weather in December

December rounds off the year in Chapala, Mexico with a near-dry spell marked by just 5mm (0.2") rainfall spread over a mere 3.2 days. Embracing the winter season, the city observes temperatures ranging from a peak of 23.5°C (74.3°F) to the minimum of 9.9°C (49.8°F). The city, cloaked in the winter chill, offers a markedly different experience from the wet, monsoon months. Despite the reduced daylight in comparison to other months, clear skies provide ample sunshine, converting Chapala into a winter haven. As the city gears up for holiday festivities, the temperate weather conditions make Chapala a preferred destination for tourists seeking a sunny winter retreat.

Temperature

As Chapala welcomes December, the average high-temperature records at a still warm 23.5°C (74.3°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in December as Chapala logs a consistent average temperature of 9.9°C (49.8°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Chapala, Mexico, is 58%.

Rainfall

In Chapala, during December, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.8 rainfall days, and 649mm (25.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Chapala, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January, May and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chapala are January, February, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Chapala?

In December, in Chapala, the average high-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 9.9°C (49.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in June is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Chapala?

In December, the average relative humidity in Chapala is 58%.

How much does it rain in Chapala in December?

In December, in Chapala, Mexico, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chapala?

December has the shortest days of the year in Chapala, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chapala have in December?

In Chapala, the average day length in December is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Chapala?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chapala, Mexico, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Chapala?

January, May and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Chapala, Mexico.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chapala?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chapala?

January, February, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Chapala, Mexico.

What is the UV index reading in December in Chapala?

In Chapala, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average temperature in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average pressure in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average wind speed in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average humidity in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average humidity in December: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (36%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average rainfall in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average rainfall in December: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (169mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average rainfall days in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (1.8 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January, May and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average sunshine days in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average sunshine days in December: 27.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average UV index in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The month with the highest UV index is May (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average cloud cover in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average cloud cover in December: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in December
Chapala, Mexico

Average visibility in December - Chapala, Mexico
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (8km).

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