December · Guatemala
Best time to visit Semuc Champey in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Semuc Champey in December
Average temperature 20°C, 70 mm of rain, about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.8/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 70 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 9
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Semuc Champey scores 6.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 70 mm of rain, and roughly 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Semuc Champey is a limestone bridge in Guatemala, with turquoise pools above a river rushing through a cave.
December in Semuc Champey: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Trail conditions at 20°C (68°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in December; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 70 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.8/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Semuc Champey — 1.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Semuc Champey in December?
- In December, Semuc Champey averages 20°C, 70 mm of rain, and about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.8/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Semuc Champey?
- December earns a 6.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Semuc Champey in December?
- Expect about 70 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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