Countries that are Warm in December 2025

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Around 90 degrees, that is the average temperature in Rio de Janeiro in December. Is that warm enough? This Christmas, forget the warm fuzzy socks and big fluffy robes, in this tropical paradise, you will have to trade them for a pair of sandals and a swimsuit - or not? Oh yes, Rio de Janeiro also happens to be one of the hottest spots on the planet during December, both literally and figuratively.

Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

It might not be hot, but warm to comfortable is what you will get around the Canary Islands in December. In fact, with an average December temperature of around 75 degrees, some might call it darn near perfect.

Puerto Rico

How does 82 degrees sound, in December? Welcome to December in sunny Puerto Rico, where tourists and winter vacationers are no strangers. Then again, with plus 80 degree winter weather, who can blame them?

Thailand

It is difficult not to mention Thailand when talking about countries that are warm in December. With an average December temperature of a near-perfect 77 degrees, it is easy to understand why many put a trip to Thailand on their winter getaway plans.

Cancun Mexico

A little closer to the US and still a world away is Cancun, Mexico. So how warm is Cancun? How does 82 to 84, degrees all December sound? Now, you understand all the rave and why Cancun is one of the most popular tourists locations on earth.

Hawaii (the US)

Technically speaking, because of warm and beautiful Hawaii, the US can also be counted on the list of countries that are warm in December. The average December temperature in Hawaii is 66 degrees, and how many of us could live with that kind of December climate?

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

78 degrees, that is the temperature in Dubai during December. That also makes the United Arab Emirates another on the list of countries that are warm in December. It also doesn’t hurt that Dubai is recognized as one of the top destinations for travelers from around the globe.

New Zealand

In places in New Zealand like Auckland, the average in December is around 65 degrees. That isn’t necessarily a hot summer day, but it is considered a beautiful winter’s day. New Zealand also offers more than a few tourist locations for visitors and is one of the most scenic countries on the planet.