December · Belize
Best time to visit Orange Walk in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Orange Walk in December
Average temperature 24°C, 128 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 91% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.3/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 128 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Orange Walk scores 5.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 128 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Orange Walk sits on the New River-sugar country and the boat launch for Lamanai temple day trips. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
December in Orange Walk — workable with trade-offs
December averages 24°C (74°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
At 128 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 5.3/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 7.4/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 2.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Orange Walk in December?
- In December, Orange Walk averages 24°C, 128 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Orange Walk?
- December earns a 5.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Orange Walk in December?
- Expect about 128 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 91% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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