Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
| Metric | Guadalajara | Mexico City | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 24°C (75°F)▲ | 20°C (68°F) | Guadalajara |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 11°C (52°F)▲ | 8°C (46°F) | Guadalajara |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 1 days▲ | 3 days | Guadalajara |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 7 mm▲ | 15 mm | Guadalajara |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 10h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 78% | 78% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 3 | 3 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 11 km/h▲ | 12 km/h | Guadalajara |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Guadalajara edges ahead as the better destination in December. Guadalajara offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Mexico City sees 10 sunshine hours and 3 rain days.
Guadalajara sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Mexico City is also comfortable at 20°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Guadalajara is the stronger choice in December.
Guadalajara reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 11°C (52°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 13°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Mexico City averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Guadalajara receives approximately 7 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during December. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.
Mexico City sees 15 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Guadalajara the drier option by 2 rain days and 8 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.
Highs of 24°C, lows of 11°C, 1 rain days
Highs of 20°C, lows of 8°C, 3 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen, moisture-wicking fabrics. These items are useful in either destination during December.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Guadalajara | Mexico City | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 24°C | 2d | 20°C | 4d |
| Feb | 26°C | 2d | 22°C | 4d |
| Mar | 29°C | 1d | 24°C | 6d |
| Apr | 31°C | 1d | 25°C | 10d |
| May | 32°C | 4d | 25°C | 13d |
| Jun | 29°C | 17d | 23°C | 19d |
| Jul | 26°C | 24d | 21°C | 24d |
| Aug | 26°C | 23d | 21°C | 23d |
| Sep | 26°C | 20d | 21°C | 22d |
| Oct | 26°C | 9d | 20°C | 14d |
| Nov | 25°C | 3d | 20°C | 7d |
| Dec | 24°C | 1d | 20°C | 3d |
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