December Weather in Playa del Carmen, Mexico - 2023

Playa del Carmen is located along the Caribbean Sea in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. It traces its roots back to the pre-Columbian Mayan civilization. Aptly named "Xaman-Ha" which translates to "waters of the north". It was considered an important stop along the Mayan pilgrimage to Cozumel. In 1519, Spanish colonists traveled throughout the Playa del Carmen area, bringing with them the Catholic faith; some Europeans also settled in the area and this was the time when the area experienced a major boost in commerce.

In contemporary times, Playa del Carmen grew as a tourist spot in its own right and its central spot in the Riviera Maya further strengthened this position.

December weather in Playa del Carmen Mexico

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in December in Playa del Carmen, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if December is comfortable or humid

Generally, December in Playa del Carmen will be really nice. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 80°F / 27°C. But due to the very high humidity, it can feel very uncomfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 69°F / 21°C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the high humidity level.

Playa del Carmen has its share of rainy days in December. You can expect around 11 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain during the whole month.

December weather in Playa del Carmen Mexico in more detail

To get a better feeling for the type of weather, you can expect in December in Playa del Carmen, we will look at the temperature, rain, wind, humidity, water temperature, and sun and clouds

- What will the temperature be in Playa del Carmen in December

Generally, you can expect in December an average temperature of 80°F / 27°C during the day and an average of 69°F / 21°C during the night. In December, during the warmest part of the afternoon, the temperature can often get as high as 84°F / 29°C, and at the end of the night, it can get as low as 60°F / 16°C.

When looking at the whole year, January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of around 78°F / 26°C. July and August are the hottest months, with an average temperature of around 87°F / 31°C. When comparing December with the temperature in the month before and after, this is almost equal to November, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 82°F / 28°C. And almost equal to January, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 78°F / 26°C.

But average temperatures only tell half of the story. It is also good to check the maximum and minimum temperatures. When looking at the whole year, June, July and August are the hottest months, with a temperature of around 91°F / 33°C. January and December are the coldest months, with a temperature of around 84°F / 29°C. When comparing December with the temperature in the month before and after, this is almost equal to November, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 86°F / 30°C. And equal to January, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 84°F / 29°C.

In the following graph, you can see how many cold and hot days you can expect in Playa del Carmen each month:

- Can you expect rain in December in Playa del Carmen?

Generally, you can expect about 11 rain days in December, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain.

When looking at the whole year, March is the dryest month, with an average rainfall of around 0.7 inches / 18 mmmm. October is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of around 4.3 inches / 110 mmmm. When comparing December with the month before and after, this is a lot less than November, which sees around 1.6 inches / 41 mm of rain. And almost equal to January, which sees around 1 inches / 25 mm of rain

If we look at the number of days with rain, March is the month with the least amount of rain days with an average of between 7 and 8 days. September is the month with the most rain days with around 22 days. When comparing December with the month before and after, this is almost equal to November, which sees an average of between 11 and 12 days of rain. And almost equal to January, which sees an average of between 10 and 11 days of rain

- What will the water temperature be in Playa del Carmen for December

You can expect in December, the water temperature for Playa del Carmen to be between 80°F / 27°C and 77°F / 25°C.

To compare the water temperature we will use the maximum water temperature. You can expect this temperature on a more sunny day, close to the shore, when the wind does not mix the relatively warmer and colder water.

August has the highest water temperature, with an average of between 86°F / 30°C and 87°F / 31°C. February and March And have the lowest water temperature, with an average of between 78°F / 26°C and 80°F / 27°C. When comparing the water temperature from December with the month before and after, December has a water temperature almost equal to November, with a water temperature of around 82°F / 28°C. And almost equal to the water temperature from January, that is an average of between 78°F / 26°C and 80°F / 27°C.

- Can you expect in December a lot of sunny days in Playa del Carmen

Generally, you can expect around 12 sunny days in December and around 17 partly sunny days. The remaining days will be cloudy.

When looking at the whole year, March is the month with the highest number of sunny days, with around 14 sunny days. September is the month with the lowest number of sunny days, with around 4 sunny days. When comparing December with the number of sunny days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to November, with around 11 sunny days. And slightly more than January, with around 9 sunny days

We have looked at the sunny days in Playa del Carmen. Let's also look at the cloudy or overcast days. June is the month with the highest number of cloudy days, with an average of between 7 and 8 cloudy days. April is the month with the lowest number of cloudy days, with an average of between 1 and 2 cloudy days. When comparing December with the number of cloudy days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to November, with around 3 cloudy days. And almost equal to January, with an average of between 3 and 4 cloudy days

- Will it be comfortable in December in Playa del Carmen?

Generally, December in Playa del Carmen will have a very high humidity, and can feel very uncomfortable.

We use the humidity and temperature in Playa del Carmen to calculate the Wintersun Expert Comfort level for each month. The lower the Wintersun Expert Comfort level, the more comfortable it will be. Only for certain people, extremely dry air can feel slightly uncomfortable.

When looking at the whole year, January has the lowest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "slightly uncomfortable" (moderately humid). July and August And have the highest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "extremely uncomfortable" (extremely humid). When comparing December with the month before and after, this is almost equal to November, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "slightly uncomfortable" (moderately humid). And slightly more than January, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "slightly uncomfortable" (moderately humid)

What to do in Playa del Carmen Mexico in December

Playa del Carmen has notable places that are worthwhile visiting:

• The Beaches: Playa del Carmen occupies a stretch of pristine white sand and a bevy of alluring beaches. Snowbirds can enjoy a nice relaxed time at the Playa Maroma Beach, Xpu-Ha, Playa Manitas, Los Pinos, Xcacal beach amongst others.
• Golf clubs: Golf lovers would definitely be drawn to the city's most popular golf clubs like the Hard Rock Golf club, the Iberostar Golf Club Playa Paraiso, the Grand Coral Golf  Riviera Maya and El Cameleón Mayakoba Golf Club.
• Clubs: Snowbirds looking can satisfy their party crave at the Coco Bongo club, the Coratime Daylight Club.
• Nature and Parks: Some of the best place for nature and parks in Playa del Carmen are Rio Secreto (an underground river and collection of caves), Riviera Maya and Cenote Choak Tun.
• Art Gallery: Xamen Ha ruins, Arqueologica Playa del Carmen, Quinta Avenida.
• Walking routes: The La Quinta (5th street) is definitely a place snowbirds want to pass through. It is a vibrant pedestrian street with hundreds of shops and vendors.

Is it humid in Playa del Carmen Mexico in December?

A lot of people ask interested in the humidity or relative humidity for Playa del Carmen Mexico in December. But the real question they want to ask is not about humidity but the amount of moisture in the air. Or better, about comfort. Will it be comfortable in December in Playa del Carmen, or will high humidity make it uncomfortable.

To answer this question, we have to look at the dew point. Relative humidity can change a lot in Playa del Carmen during the day and night, as it changes when the amount of moisture changes and, but also when the temperature changes. It is a lot less reliable for comfort. Where the dew point only varies with the amount of moisture in the air.

Looking at the dew point, we can see that for the month of December, you can expect that Playa del Carmen will have a very high humidity, and can feel very uncomfortable.

January is the month with the most comfort. It will be moderately humid, and can feel slightly uncomfortable for some. July and August are the most uncomfortable months. It will be extremely humid, and can feel extremely uncomfortable. In the graph, you can see that there is not a lot of difference between the most comfortable and most uncomfortable months.

Is December a good time to go to Playa del Carmen Mexico?

Trying to answer the question of whether December is a good time to go to Playa del Carmen is not as easy as it first seems. Some people like colder weather, and others prefer a warmer climate. Some are fine with some humidity, and others are not. If your location has air conditioning, the night temperature is less important.

These are some examples. I will try to answer the question with a more generic person in mind. The more detailed information in this article should be enough to check further if this applies to you as well.

If we look at the average temperature for Playa del Carmen in December, we can see that it will be fine for most people. In December, you can expect it to be really nice, with an average temperature of around 80°F / 27°C. But due to the very high humidity, it can feel very uncomfortable. During the night, it will be around 69°F / 21°C.

As the number of overcast days is not high, you can enjoy the sun with around 12 sunny days and 17 partly sunny days.

The last aspect we will look at is rain. You can expect around 11 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain during December. More then 5 days rain per month makes the chance higher you will see some rain during a shorter stay. But a day with rain does not mean a day you can not enjoy.

We have looked at the average day temperature, the night temperature, humidity, the number of overcast days, and the rain. We think that December in Playa del Carmen Mexico is not the most optimal destination. But that doesn't mean it is not a good time for you to go. As said before, each visitor has their own preferences when it comes to the weather.

Does it rain all day in Playa del Carmen Mexico in December?

In Playa del Carmen, it does not rain all day in December. You can expect around 11 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain during the month.

Another way of looking at the rain is the number of sunny days. For Playa del Carmen Mexico, there are, on average 12 sunny days and 17 partly sunny days in December. That clearly shows that it is not raining all the time.

Is December the rainiest month in Playa del Carmen Mexico?

December is not the month with the most rainy days, and not the month with the most rain.

To answer what the rainiest month is in Playa del Carmen, we will both look at the month with the most rain, and the month with the highest number of rainy days.

September is the month with the the highest number of rainiest days. On average, you can expect 22 days with rain. March is the month with the lowest number of rainy days, with aproximately 7 days.

September is the month with the most rain. This is not equal as the one with the most rainy days. On average, you can expect 4.3 inches / 110 mm of rain. March is the month with the least amount of rain. This is not the same month as the one with the lowest number of rainy days. You can expect approximately 0.7 inches / 18 mm of rain.

Is December the most sunniest month in Playa del Carmen Mexico?

December is not the month with the most sunny days, not the month with the most partly sunny days, and it is not the month with the lowest number of overcast days.

To answer what the sunniest month is in Playa del Carmen, we will of course look at the month with the most sunniest days, but also look at the month with the biggest number of days that are sunny or partly sunny.

March is the month with the highest number of sunny days. On average, you can expect 12 sunny days, and 17 partly suny days. September is the month with the lowest number of sunny days.

March is the month with the highest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined. While June is the month with the lowest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined.

The last thing we will look at is the number of overcast days. April is the month with the lowest number of overcast days. While June is the month with the highest number of overcast days.

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