December · Guatemala
Best time to visit Flores in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Flores in December
Average temperature 23°C, 121 mm of rain, about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 91% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.9/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 121 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 9
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Flores scores 5.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 23°C, 121 mm of rain, and roughly 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Flores is a small island town on Lake Petén Itzá in Guatemala, the base for visiting the ruins of Tikal.
December in Flores — middling scores, decent value
December averages 23°C (73°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
At 121 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 5.9/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 7.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 1.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Flores in December?
- In December, Flores averages 23°C, 121 mm of rain, and about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Flores?
- December earns a 5.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Flores in December?
- Expect about 121 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 91% and there are about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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