December Weather in Puerto Morelos, Mexico - 2023

Puerto Morelos is a peaceful town on the Mayan Riviera, with a friendly and laid-back feel. It makes an excellent base if you're looking for someplace quieter than glitzy hotspots like Cancun and Playa del Carmen. The pier in the center of town hosts snorkel and sport fishing boats while yachts dock in a man-made harbor just south of town. It is both a fishing village and a snorkeling-diving destination featuring the world's second-largest barrier reef.

(Quick disclaimer): If you are a "Spring Breaker" or are looking for a party scene, Puerto Morelos IS NOT the place for you. That does not mean it is boring though-it surprisingly has a lot of activity and plenty to do. It's just that if snowbirds are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life or just escape from their own thoughts and anxieties, Puerto Morelos is absolutely perfect for them!

Puerto Morelos is located almost exactly between Cancun and Playa del Carmen, and literally right off the highway. Staying in Puerto means snowbirds get the advantages and the amenities that Cancun and Playa offer, but none of the crowds and needless noise.

December weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico

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

Generally, December in Puerto Morelos 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.

Puerto Morelos has rainy days in December. You can expect around 10 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain during the whole month.

December weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico in more detail

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

- What will the temperature be in Puerto Morelos 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 86°F / 30°C, and at the end of the night, it can get as low as 62°F / 17°C.

When looking at the whole year, January and December are the coldest months, with an average temperature of around 80°F / 27°C. May, June, 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 equal to January, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 80°F / 27°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, May, July and August are the hottest months, with a temperature of around 93°F / 34°C. January and December are the coldest months, with a temperature of around 86°F / 30°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 87°F / 31°C. And equal to January, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 86°F / 30°C.

In the following graph, you can see how many cold and hot days you can expect in Puerto Morelos each month:

- Can you expect rain in December in Puerto Morelos?

Generally, you can expect about 10 rain days in December, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain.

When looking at the whole year, March and April are the driest months, with an average rainfall of around 0.7 inches / 18 mm. October is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of around 4 inches / 101 mmmm. When comparing December with the month before and after, this is a lot less than November, which sees around 1.5 inches / 38 mm of rain. And slightly more than January, which sees around 0.9 inches / 23 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 around 7 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 around 10 days of rain

- What will the water temperature be in Puerto Morelos for December

You can expect in December, the water temperature for Puerto Morelos 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 Puerto Morelos

Generally, you can expect around 11 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 an average of between 14 and 15 sunny days. September is the month with the lowest number of sunny days, with an average of between 4 and 5 sunny days. When comparing December with the number of sunny days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to November, with an average of between 11 and 12 sunny days. And slightly more than January, with around 9 sunny days

We have looked at the sunny days in Puerto Morelos. 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 Puerto Morelos?

Generally, December in Puerto Morelos will have a very high humidity, and can feel very uncomfortable.

We use the humidity and temperature in Puerto Morelos 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 has 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 slightly more than 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 Puerto Morelos Mexico in December

Puerto Morelos has notable places that are worthwhile visiting:

• The Beaches: The stunning, long, flat beach at Puerto Morelos offers easy access to the sea, as well as being just a short walk to the convenience of the several blocks that make up the nearby section of town. The beaches in Puerto Morelos are wide, sandy, uncrowded, and groomed every single morning.
• Gardening/Nature & Parks: The Botanical Gardens of Dr. Alfredo Barrera Marín is home to a vast array of plants and more than 220 animal species, making for a great educational outdoor adventure. The gardens are named after the scientist who devoted his life to the conservation of the Yucatan natural environment and the preservation of Mayan traditions. Snowbirds can also visit the Croco Cun Zoo and the National Reef Park of Puerto Morelos.
• The Leaning Lighthouse: This lighthouse has become an iconic symbol of the city. It has been found that snowbirds can't visit this gorgeous town without getting a picture next to it.
• Golf: Snowbirds golf lovers and even learners will be pleased to know that there is a celebrated golf course in the area. E.g. The Nicklaus Design Golf Course.
• Rodeo Arena: snowbirds visiting at Christmas should know that each year locals hold a bullfight in this arena while parading the status of Guadalupe around.
• The Old Market Di-Flea: here, snowbirds are exposed to shopping for local and authentic Mexican souvenirs.
• Bookstore: Alma Libre Bookstore has a variety of books to satisfy the snowbirds who are book lovers. It is located at #2 Avenue Tulum, Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo, Mexico.

Is it humid in Puerto Morelos Mexico in December?

A lot of people ask interested in the humidity or relative humidity for Puerto Morelos 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 Puerto Morelos, 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 Puerto Morelos 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 Puerto Morelos 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 is the most uncomfortable month. 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 Puerto Morelos Mexico?

Trying to answer the question of whether December is a good time to go to Puerto Morelos 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 Puerto Morelos 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 11 sunny days and 17 partly sunny days.

The last aspect we will look at is rain. You can expect around 10 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 Puerto Morelos 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 Puerto Morelos Mexico in December?

In Puerto Morelos, it does not rain all day in December. You can expect around 10 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 Puerto Morelos Mexico, there are, on average 11 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 Puerto Morelos 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 Puerto Morelos, 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 inches / 101 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 Puerto Morelos 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 Puerto Morelos, 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 11 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.

More information about Puerto Morelos Mexico

Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico in other months

• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for January
• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for February
• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for March
• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for April
• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for May
• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for June
• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for July
• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for August
• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for September
• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for October
• Weather in Puerto Morelos Mexico for November

What to do in Puerto Morelos Mexico for each month

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