December · Mexico
Best time to visit Puerto Escondido in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Puerto Escondido in December
Average temperature 22°C, 4 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.3/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 4 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Puerto Escondido scores 9.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 4 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Puerto Escondido's Zicatela beach and Mexican Pipeline surf make it Oaxaca's Pacific coast capital.
December ranks 7th of 12 for Puerto Escondido — one of the best windows
December averages 22°C (72°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 4 mm for the month, with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.3/10 puts this among the year's best months in Puerto Escondido (7th of 12); only April scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Puerto Escondido in December?
- In December, Puerto Escondido averages 22°C, 4 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Puerto Escondido?
- December earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Puerto Escondido in December?
- Expect about 4 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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