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Is December a good time to go to Hawaii?

Hawaii Crowds in December The end of the month gets pretty busy in Hawaii, with people flocking to this tropical paradise for the holidays. December is the most active tourist season for the islands. However, the rest of the month is tranquil, making it a lovely choice for a winter getaway.



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Some months bring more tourists and visitors to Hawaii than others. If you're planning a January visit to Hawaii, you may be wondering how busy the state will be during your trip. Compared to late December, when many visitors flock to Hawaii to celebrate the holidays, January is slightly less crowded.

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The last two weeks of December are one of the peak seasons for Hawaii tourism, with people flocking to the islands' scenic and serene shorelines. Late December sees occupancy rates skyrocket to max capacity levels. Planning a last-minute trip will be difficult—if not impossible—during this time.

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Cheap flights to Hawaii The cheapest time to fly to Hawaii is during February and March. The most expensive month to fly is December when the holiday period falls, with January being very expensive as well.

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The beautiful islands only have two seasons: the summer months, from May to October, and the “winter” months, from November to April. However, the best weather is in July, with an average high of 88° F and only light rainfall. The average temperature in Hawai'i in July usually doesn't fall below the mid-70s.

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While many vacations are five to seven days long, we recommend staying for at least 10 days to enjoy your Hawaiian vacation. The time change is difficult to adjust to at first and takes about 3 days to get fully acclimated. So, allowing a couple days to get over the jet lag is important.

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For most of Hawaii, there are only two seasons: summer, between May and October, and winter, between October and April.

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December on Maui is the perfect escape from cold weather. Daytime temperatures remain comfortable in the low-80's and rarely drop below 70 at night. Though December is one of Maui's rainiest months, most rain showers (and large surf) are confined to the island's north shore.

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Shorts and t-shirt, mostly. Certainly nothing more than chinos/capris and a lightweight, long-sleeved shirt/top. You'll want to bring a light jacket or sweater; evenings can be cool. Rain probably won't be an all-day affair, but the north shore will certainly be cooler, and it gets more rain in winter.

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You'll want to bring a light jacket or sweater; evenings can be cool. Rain probably won't be an all-day affair, but the north shore will certainly be cooler, and it gets more rain in winter. South shore should be warm and sunny. For swimming in winter I wear the equivalent of a short-sleeve rash guard.

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August is the hottest month in Hawaii with an average temperature of 27°C (81°F) and the coldest is January at 23°C (73°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 11 in July. The wettest month is November with an average of 124mm of rain.

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If you wish to discover the island as a whole, we recommend that you stay at least 5 days so that you have time to enjoy its various attractions and go on a few hikes. If you prefer to make only a quick stop to get an idea of life in Honolulu and do only the essentials, 3 days may be enough.

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For a one week trip, that means you'll spend anywhere from $350 to $1000 per week. Just remember that if you do choose to get a car rental in Hawaii, you'll need to be aware of parking fees. Parking fees around the cities cost just a few dollars per hour.

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In 2021 the same trip cost $8,914. The price increased 37 percent in 2022 to $12,239 as demand for Hawaii vacations surged once travel restrictions ended. How does the cost of a Hawaii vacation measure up in 2023? A 10-day trip to Hawaii in June 2023 for a family of four is quoted to cost $13,493.

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Hawaiian Airlines reports that traveling to the state is generally cheapest in the shoulder seasons of late spring and early fall — and they should know, considering they operate both nonstop flights to Hawaii from the United States, Asia, and the South Pacific, as well as inter-island flights that can get you from one ...

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December (except for the first week), January and February are the busiest months, when prices for airfare and accommodations are at their highest. In particular, the last two weeks of December and the first week of January are prime times for travel, and hotels and flights are often booked to capacity.

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Hawaii is a beautiful state with six main islands to explore. Each island has beautiful beaches and natural beauty, but if you're a first-time visitor, O?ahu is the best island to visit. The Hawaiian island that is home to the state capital (Honolulu) has something for everyone.

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It's a great tourist destination for a holiday: warm, has lovely beaches, lots of nature, lots of activities, etc. It's America, and people like to visit America, but it's not as far as the mainland.

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