Oaxaca City in December
Great time to visit
Peak everything - peak weather, peak crowds, peak prices. December wraps up the year with perfect conditions and unique holiday traditions you won't find anywhere else in Mexico.
Weather
December serves up ideal weather with warm sunny days and genuinely chilly nights. The dry season hits its stride with crisp, clear air that makes everything look sharper. Rain is virtually nonexistent - you might see one shower all month.
26°C high8°C low1 rain days
Crowds & Cost
peak crowds
~$90/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Radish Night (Noche de Rábanos)
- •Las Posadas celebrations
- •New Year festivities
December Tips
- •Radish Night on December 23 is uniquely Oaxacan - arrive early for best viewing
- •Bring a warm jacket - December nights get properly cold
- •Christmas week pricing rivals April's Holy Week rates
All Months
October through April offers perfect weather — warm days, cool nights, and minimal rain. December and January see the most tourists but temperatures hover around 75°F during the day and drop to 50°F at night.
Day of the Dead (November 1-2) transforms the city into a celebration of death and memory. Hotels book months ahead and prices triple, but the atmosphere is incredible. Families picnic in cemeteries, marigold petals cover the streets, and the entire city stays up all night.
March brings Guelaguetza festival planning and perfect weather. April gets hot but manageable — expect 85°F days.
Avoid May through September unless you love rain and humidity. The rainy season brings daily afternoon downpours that flood streets and trap you indoors. Some restaurants and shops close during the worst weeks in June and July.
Oaxaca City Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
7/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
6/10
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