December weather forecastPunta Mita, Mexico

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Punta Mita, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16°C (60.8°F) and 29°C (84.2°F).
The ideal sea water temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) and only 2 rainfall days, with 23mm (0.91") of accumulated rainfall, makes December the best time for swimming and other water activities.

Temperature

During January through March and December, Punta Mita experiences its lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

Rainfall

In Punta Mita, in December, during 2 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Punta Mita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79 days and collects up to 1370mm (53.94") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Punta Mita, in December, the average water temperature is 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: Water temperature ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is recognized as warm and pleasant by all, making water activities comfortable and delightful for long durations.

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 Punta Mita, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are July through September and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Notice! Sand and water reflections contribute to a stronger UV exposure.

Updated: Feb 9, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The yearly lowest temperatures in Punta Mita occur in January through March and December, averaging a high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Punta Mita during December are 29°C (84.2°F) and 16°C (60.8°F) respectively.

In Punta Mita, Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

In December, the average sea temperature in Punta Mita, Mexico, is 26°C (78.8°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.

The month with the shortest days in Punta Mita, Mexico, is December, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Punta Mita is 10h and 54min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Punta Mita, Mexico, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

The months with the least sunshine in Punta Mita, Mexico, are July through September and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in December
Punta Mita, Mexico

Average high temperature in December: 29°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June, July, August and September (33°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February, March and December (29°C).

Average low temperature in December: 16°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are June, July, August and September (22°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and March (15°C).

Average rainfall in December
Punta Mita, Mexico

Average rainfall in December: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (337mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Punta Mita, Mexico

Average rainfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Punta Mita, Mexico

Average sea temperature in December: 26°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (30°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (24°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Punta Mita, Mexico

Average daylight in December: 10h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are February, March, April and May (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are July, August, September and December (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in December
Punta Mita, Mexico

Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 7).