December 24 is generally a great time to visit Cancún. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 26°C weather. Cancún is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Cancún
Currency
MXN
$ Mexican peso
Language
Spanish
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Travel Precautions
GPI: 2.612
Cancún Weather Forecast for December 24
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.8°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Cancún in December
Based on historical data for December 24, Cancún typically experiences temperatures between 22°C and 25.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Cancún
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
25.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
22°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.8°C
☀️ Minor difference
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
50%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1017.1 hPa
Low volatility
Cancún Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
21°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Mexico
Flight Traffic
High
83/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~243
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Cancún
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:22
☀️ Noon
12:48
🌇 Sunset
18:13
⏱️ Daylight
10h 50m
Wind Speed
18.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Cancún
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Cancún on December 24 averages 25.8°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Cancún Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Cancún Worth Visiting on December 24?
Planning a trip to Cancún on December 24? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.8°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 243 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 9 vaccinations are recommended for Mexico, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 27.1°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.29m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 24 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.9°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 18.1°C in 2019.