Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
| Metric | Mexico City | Guadalajara | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 20°C (68°F) | 24°C (75°F)▲ | Guadalajara |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 8°C (46°F) | 11°C (52°F)▲ | Guadalajara |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 3 days | 1 days▲ | Guadalajara |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 15 mm | 7 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 | 12 km/h | 11 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.
Mexico City sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Guadalajara is also comfortable at 24°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Guadalajara is the stronger choice in December.
Mexico City reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Guadalajara averages 24°C (75°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 13°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.
Mexico City receives approximately 15 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Guadalajara sees 7 mm over 1 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 20°C, lows of 8°C, 3 rain days
Highs of 24°C, lows of 11°C, 1 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 | Mexico City | Guadalajara | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 20°C | 4d | 24°C | 2d |
| Feb | 22°C | 4d | 26°C | 2d |
| Mar | 24°C | 6d | 29°C | 1d |
| Apr | 25°C | 10d | 31°C | 1d |
| May | 25°C | 13d | 32°C | 4d |
| Jun | 23°C | 19d | 29°C | 17d |
| Jul | 21°C | 24d | 26°C | 24d |
| Aug | 21°C | 23d | 26°C | 23d |
| Sep | 21°C | 22d | 26°C | 20d |
| Oct | 20°C | 14d | 26°C | 9d |
| Nov | 20°C | 7d | 25°C | 3d |
| Dec | 20°C | 3d | 24°C | 1d |
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