December is a great time to visit Cancun. It marks the beginning of the dry season in Mexico, with clearer skies and minimal rainfall, increasing the chances of sunny and pleasant days.
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August - October is the high point of the hurricane season, although Cancun has only been hit 3 times in the past 20 years or so as best I recall. Early December or early January (after the end of New Year's Day week) are also cheap. The week between Christmas and New Year's is by far the most expensive time to go.
During our dry and warm winter (from December to March), there are no mosquitoes. When the humidity is coming, mosquitoes are waking up… This is why it would be wise to buy from your country a good mosquito repellent.
You can expect 78-80°F days (23-27°C) while visiting Cancun in December. When the sun goes down, the temperatures in Cancun drop, but not by much. Nighttime temperatures in Cancun average about 70-75°F (21-24°C), though the humidity also usually isn't as bad as during the day.
How many days in Cancun you should plan will depend on your interests, but I'd say 3 to 5 days is the perfect amount of time. However, I'd recommend planning a trip to Cancun for a full week if you also want to go on day trips.
When to go to Mexico (summary): The best time to visit Mexico is during the dry season between December and April when there is little rain and lots of sun. The coolest months are December, January, and February, although it's usually still warm enough for swimming and sunbathing.
Does Cancun get cold at night? Cancun can feel cooler at night during the winter months, with temperatures from the mid-60s °F to the low 70s °F. What is the weather like throughout the year in Cancun? Cancun has a tropical climate with warm to hot temperatures all year round.
A warm vacation spot year roundMexico averages a balmy 75 degrees Fahrenheit in December and January with little to no rain. This warm, dry weather is a fantastic escape for those of us who hail from the northern United States and Canada.
The Caribbean Sea is warm all year long, so you can comfortably swim, snorkel and go scuba diving in Cancun in December. Note: Water temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84°F (29°C) are regarded as warm.
You should plan to spend around M$2,469 ($145) per day on your vacation in Cancun, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, M$477 ($28) on meals for one day and M$296 ($17) on local transportation.
Low season in CancunThe low season is from June to October, with September and October being the least crowded. Tourists won't surround you, and you'll get the best prices.
Cancun is exponentially cheaper than Hawaii, so your money goes way further when visiting Cancun. Not only are hotel prices better and flights to and from very affordable, but everything else you can do on holiday is much less expensive.
Low Season: June to NovemberIf you are looking to find a good deal for visiting Cancun with discounted airline tickets and hotel rates as well as avoiding crowds, low season is the best time to travel to Cancun.
If you want winter sun in Europe in December, your best bet is either Madeira or the Canary Islands. You can find warm temperatures and sunshine in Spain, Portugal, Cyprus, Greece and Malta, but fine weather isn't guaranteed. Morocco is also an excellent option, only three hours flying time from the UK.