Verdict: Good month
Playa del Carmen Weather in December
December runs warm in Playa del Carmen, with daily highs around 27°C (81°F) and nights near 22°C (72°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 15 days, so build flexibility into plans. Overall, December is a solid month to visit Playa del Carmen.
Average high
27°C / 81°F
Average low
22°C / 72°F
Rain days
~15
Precipitation
97 mm
What to pack for Playa del Carmen in December
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 15 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Playa del Carmen: Jul (31°C / 88°F) · Coolest: Jan (27°C / 81°F) · Wettest: Jun (~21 rain days)
27°
22°
Jan
27°
22°
Feb
28°
24°
Mar
29°
25°
Apr
30°
26°
May
30°
26°
Jun
31°
26°
Jul
31°
26°
Aug
30°
26°
Sep
30°
25°
Oct
28°
23°
Nov
27°
22°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)