Temperatures in December
It's warm in December in Nuevo Vallarta with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Nuevo Vallarta in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Nuevo Vallarta with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 20°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 28°C, with nights close to 19°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Nuevo Vallarta will be around 28°C, with nights close to 19°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Nuevo Vallarta is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 21 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The precipitation chance averages 12% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Nuevo Vallarta. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Nuevo Vallarta in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
28°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
21 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 10 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Nuevo Vallarta?
Want nice weather? Then December is a great time to be in Nuevo Vallarta. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Nuevo Vallarta in December
With 35°C, Nuevo Vallarta hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 13°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Nuevo Vallarta
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Nuevo Vallarta, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Nuevo Vallarta
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Nuevo Vallarta, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 4 days of rain in Nuevo Vallarta.
Daily UV Index in December in Nuevo Vallarta
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Nuevo Vallarta, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Nuevo Vallarta Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Nuevo Vallarta, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Nuevo Vallarta Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Nuevo Vallarta, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Nuevo Vallarta
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Average Weather in Nuevo Vallarta by Month
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