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Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico

Mexico City in December

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Mexico City are January, February, March and April. In December, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; very little rain.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
15°C
Rainfall
12 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Mexico City is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 15°C with about 12mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Mexico City in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Casa Talavera Cultural Center
Casa Talavera Cultural Center is located in the La Merced neighborhood of the historic center of Mexico City. The building dates back to either the 16th or early 17th century and w
Convent of La Merced, Mexico City
The Convent of Nuestra Señora de La Merced was a Roman Catholic colonial religious complex in present-day Historic center of Mexico City, that was destroyed to give more space to f
La Merced (neighborhood)
La Merced is a barrio or a neighborhood of Mexico City defined by its socioeconomics and history rather than by an official designation. It extends over the southeast of the histor
Valvanera Cathedral, Mexico City
The Cathedral of Our Lady of Valvanera is located southeast of the main plaza, or Zocalo, of Mexico City on the corner of Correo Mayor and República de Uruguay in the historic cent
La Merced Market
The La Merced Market is a traditional public market located in the eastern edge of the historic center of Mexico City and is the largest retail traditional food market in the entir

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Mexico City in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Mexico City?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Mexico City's best months are generally January, February, March and April.

What is the weather like in Mexico City in December?+

Expect average temperatures around 15°C. Rainfall averages about 12mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; very little rain.

What should I pack for Mexico City in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; very little rain.

What is there to do in Mexico City in December?+

Popular things to do include Casa Talavera Cultural Center, Convent of La Merced, Mexico City, La Merced (neighborhood) and Valvanera Cathedral, Mexico City. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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