December weather forecast
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

A clear skyline and blue water on the white Caribbean Sea beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico
A clear skyline and blue water on the white Caribbean Sea beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.3°C (73.9°F) and max 27.2°C (81°F).

Temperature

In Playa del Carmen, the average high-temperature in December is essentially the same as in November - a still moderately hot 27.2°C (81°F). The average low-temperature, in Playa del Carmen, is 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'feels like', 'apparent temperature', or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. This effect is individual, with diverse people perceiving weather differently for numerous reasons (clothing, wind, differences in body mass, height, and shape), and activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Playa del Carmen, during December, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation. In Playa del Carmen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.4 days and collects up to 1021mm (40.2") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Playa del Carmen is 27°C (80.6°F).
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 55min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Playa del Carmen, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 6 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Playa del Carmen?

In Playa del Carmen, in December, the average high-temperature is 27.2°C (81°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F). in December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Playa del Carmen?

In Playa del Carmen, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Playa del Carmen in December?

In Playa del Carmen, Mexico, in December, during 17.9 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Playa del Carmen?

In December, the average sea temperature in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, is 27°C (80.6°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the month with the shortest days in Playa del Carmen?

December has the shortest days of the year in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, with an average of 10h and 55min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Playa del Carmen have in December?

In December, the average day length in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, is 10h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Playa del Carmen?

On the first day of December in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Playa del Carmen?

The average sunshine duration in December in Playa del Carmen is 8.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Playa del Carmen?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Playa del Carmen.

How high is the UV index in December in Playa del Carmen?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average temperature in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (27°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average pressure in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average wind speed in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (16.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (11.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average humidity in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average rainfall in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average rainfall in December: 53mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (169mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average rainfall days in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (24.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average sea temperature in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average sea temperature in December: 27°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (26°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 55min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 22min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 55min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average sunshine days in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average UV index in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average cloud cover in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average visibility in December - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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