Is it too cold to go to Hawaii in December?

Hawaii Weather in December A typical December day in Hawaii sees temperatures sitting in the low 80s. December is one of the best times to see poinsettias in their natural habitat. The evenings can get a little chilly, and it is not uncommon to see the temperatures dip into the upper 60s.



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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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Thanks to warm daytime temperatures and just as warm ocean waters, winter in Hawaii is the same dream vacation as summer in Hawaii. The average daytime winter temperature sits around 78°F. Compare that to the average daytime summer temperature of 85°F, and most won't even notice the difference.

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With excellent December weather and classic holiday season markers like Christmas trees and lights, along with fun events celebrating Hawaiian Christmas traditions, it's one of the most unique times to visit the Hawaiian Islands.

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However, in most cases, rain tends to fall at night in Hawaii. If the rain worries you, consider booking your stay on the leeward side of the islands, as they tend to be drier. You can also look at the islands with the least rain in December, which include Big Island and Maui.

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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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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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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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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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The best Hawaiian island to visit in the winter is Maui. In the winter on Maui, you'll find little rain, relatively calm ocean conditions, and great whale watching. But there's more to it than that. Read on to learn more about what you can expect when you visit each island in the winter.

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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. The peak travel months of June and July are surprisingly not the most expensive months for flights, with middle figure prices.

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Hawaii has warm water all year long. Averaging 77 degrees Fahrenheit, Hawaii is ideal for snorkeling without a wetsuit year-round.

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Hawaii has semi-tropical weather. Temperatures usually range from 75-90 degrees year round in the daytime, and 70-80 degrees at night. Temperatures in the winter months may be a little cooler, where nighttime temperatures can sometimes fall into the 50's.

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Hurricane season in Hawaii runs from June to November, though the Aloha State sees the most hurricanes in July, August, and September. Kara McGinley. As a journalist and as an insurance expert, her work and insights have been featured in Forbes Advisor, Kiplinger, Lifehacker, MSN, WRAL.com, and elsewhere.

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The State of Hawai'i is home to eight invasive species of mosquitoes - six that bite humans and two that feed solely on plants.

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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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Hawaii is expensive at Christmas. Hotels, vacation rentals, rental car companies, and flights are at a premium during this busy time of year in Hawaii. For example, hotel average daily rates were 24% or $69 higher than the yearly average during Christmas (source: Hawaii Tourism Authority.)

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One of the busiest times in Hawaii is the 10-day vacation period from December 22nd to New Year's Eve. Daily arrivals are 20% higher than the December average in the days leading up to Christmas as people arrive from across the world, mainly from the west coast of America and Canada, for their Christmas vacation.

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