December · Mexico
Best time to visit Bacalar in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bacalar in December
Average temperature 25°C, 82 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% 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
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 82 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Bacalar scores 5.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 25°C, 82 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bacalar's lagoon of seven colours and its fort sit in southern Quintana Roo near the Belize border.
December in Bacalar — middling scores, decent value
December averages 25°C (77°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rainfall runs 82 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.9 hours of daylight.
It scores 5.3/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 7.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 1.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bacalar in December?
- In December, Bacalar averages 25°C, 82 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 Bacalar?
- 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 Bacalar in December?
- Expect about 82 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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