Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Ponce in December
Little changes in Ponce from November: highs stay near 83°F (29°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), and about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls.
December opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 75/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 83°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (54 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What December feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 75°F (24°C).
With 79% average humidity, it feels muggy.
About 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's December.
Plan around December
December is one of Ponce's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: December – March.
- Shortest days of the year, about 10 h 56 min of daylight.
- Comfort improves from 64/100 in November to 75/100.
- Our Old San Juan & Ponce route is planned for Dec – mid-Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — December is part of it.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Quick-dry fabrics79% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Ponce in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Parque de Bombas
Red-and-black striped 1882 firehouse in the plaza, now a free museum of the city's fire brigade.
Museo de Arte de Ponce
Edward Durell Stone building holding one of the Caribbean's best European art collections, including Leighton's Flaming June.
King's Cream
Long-running ice cream stand on the plaza, known for fruit flavors such as coconut, passion fruit and almond.
Why now December scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Cruceta del Vigia
Cross-shaped observation tower on the hill where lookouts once watched for ships, with views of Ponce and the Caribbean.
La Guancha
Seaside boardwalk by the marina with food kiosks, an observation tower and a small beach.
Why now Highs near 83°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in December
- Old San Juan in December~46 mi · highs 82°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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.
Ponce in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Ponce?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 75/100. Expect highs of 83°F (29°C) and 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain.
How hot is Ponce in December?
Average highs are 83°F (29°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Ponce in December?
Not much: about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 35.4 in (899 mm).
What should I pack for Ponce in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), quick-dry fabrics (79% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in December
- Old San Juan & Ponce Dec – mid-Jan
Planning Ponce in December?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.