December brings more sunny days and clear skies to Acapulco Bay. The calm waters make it an excellent time for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, and diving. The underwater visibility remains good, making it a great time to explore the marine life. However, windsurfing and kitesurfing enthusiasts may still find the wind conditions less than ideal. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
December is a busy month at Acapulco Bay, as the high season begins and the Christmas and New Year holidays attract a large number of local and international tourists. The beach can get quite crowded during this time, especially towards the end of the month.
The average maximum temperature in Acapulco Bay in December is 31°. The average maximum temperature is 31° in the previous month and 31° in the next month.
The average temperature in Acapulco Bay in December is 26°. The average temperature ranges is 27° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Acapulco Bay in December is 22°. The minimum temperature is 23° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Acapulco Bay in December are 11.1 and there are 7.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Acapulco Bay in December is typically 8.6 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Acapulco Bay in December is 28.9° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Acapulco Bay in December is 7cm and on average there are 0.5 rainy days in December making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Acapulco Bay in December is 22° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 23° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Acapulco Bay in December is typically 85.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 86.9% in the previous month and 84.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Acapulco Bay in December is typically 71.5%. The average relative humidity is 73.4% in the previous month and 69.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Acapulco Bay in December is typically 18kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 21kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Acapulco Bay in December is typically 6kmh. The average wind speed is 6kmh in the previous month and 7kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Acapulco Bay in December is from the West-Northwest.