Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Guadalajara in December
Guadalajara edges cooler than November, with highs of 76°F (24°C), lows of 49°F (10°C) and about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain.
At 98/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 0.3 in (7 mm)
- Humidity
- 57%
- Cloud cover
- 36%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 98/100 · Great
What December feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (24°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 15°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain.
Plan around December
December is one of Guadalajara's best months on the climate data.
- Shortest days of the year, about 10 h 45 min of daylight.
- Comfort holds steady from November (100 → 98/100).
- December sits inside the Nov – Apr window our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 49°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Guadalajara in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Hospicio Cabañas
UNESCO-listed 19th-century orphanage holding José Clemente Orozco's fire-themed murals.
Guachimontones
Circular stepped pyramids of the Teuchitlán culture, unique in Mesoamerica.
La Fuente
Cantina open since 1921, with old regulars and live music, steps from the cathedral.
Tlaquepaque
Former village of galleries and ceramics shops, with mariachi at El Parián plaza.
Mercado San Juan de Dios
Three-storey market of food stalls, leather and crafts, also called Mercado Libertad.
Nearby in December
- Tequila in December~35 mi · highs 80°F, 0.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Puerto Vallarta in December~121 mi · highs 88°F, 0.7 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Mexico City in December~287 mi · highs 69°F, 0.2 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Guadalajara in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Guadalajara?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 98/100. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain. December is inside the Nov – Apr window our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends.
How hot is Guadalajara in December?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 49°F (10°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Guadalajara in December?
Not much: about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.6 in (802 mm).
What should I pack for Guadalajara in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 49°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Guadalajara
Routes in season in December
- Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta Nov – Apr
Planning Guadalajara in December?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.