Monthly climate guide
Palenque weather in December
December in Palenque is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 27°C (81°F) and night-time lows near 19°C (66°F). The month usually brings about 105 mm of rain (wet) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Humidity near 88% makes 27°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Just 110 km apart, but Palenque runs about 3°C warmer than San Cristóbal de Las Casas this month.
- Only one month is cooler in Palenque than December.
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Palenque.
Avg high
27°C
81°F
Avg low
19°C
66°F
Rainfall
105 mm
wet
Humidity
88%
relative
Sky
53%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Palenque weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 80°F | 18°C / 64°F | 147 mm | 85% | 61% |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 19°C / 66°F | 65 mm | 80% | 50% |
| March | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 68°F | 61 mm | 69% | 42% |
| April | 37°C / 98°F | 23°C / 73°F | 65 mm | 59% | 46% |
| May | 36°C / 96°F | 24°C / 75°F | 142 mm | 65% | 57% |
| June | 31°C / 88°F | 23°C / 74°F | 300 mm | 83% | 72% |
| July | 31°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 166 mm | 84% | 65% |
| August | 31°C / 88°F | 23°C / 74°F | 265 mm | 84% | 65% |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 74°F | 337 mm | 86% | 71% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 72°F | 350 mm | 88% | 66% |
| November | 27°C / 81°F | 20°C / 68°F | 193 mm | 89% | 55% |
| December | 27°C / 81°F | 19°C / 66°F | 105 mm | 88% | 53% |
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is December a good time to visit Palenque?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Palenque →Other Mexico cities in December
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Palenque in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Palenque?
Yes. December is one of the best months for Palenque, with highs around 27°C and about 105 mm of rain.
How warm is Palenque in December?
Average highs are about 27°C (81°F) and average lows about 19°C (66°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Palenque in December?
Palenque typically gets around 105 mm of rain in December — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Palenque (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.