December weather forecast
Hilo, HI

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Weather in December

December marks the official commencement of winter in Hilo, with the low temperature dropping to 66.4°F (19.1°C). The mild winter climate blended with modest rainfall provides a beautiful end to the year. The weather offers a comfortable exploration of the city's winter landscapes and the sea remains fairly warm for marine enjoyment. The city gleams in soft winter sunlight, making every outdoor activity thoroughly enjoyable. With the distinctive air of festivity, December weather adds a delightful touch to the city's character, concluding the climatic cycle in a soothing Hilo rhythm.

Temperature

The beginning of December in Hilo, Hawaii, reveals an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 71.6°F (22°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. Hilo encounters a small divergence from daytime high temperatures, averaging a low-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Hilo, Hawaii, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Hilo, in December, during 18.4 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hilo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.7 days and collects up to 27.83" (707mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Hilo, Hawaii, the average seawater temperature in December is 76.8°F (24.9°C).
Note: When considering a person's aversion to cold, factors like sunshine, wind, and atmospheric temperature are key. Swimming in 76.8°F (24.9°C) might be delightful. (Remember: The Olympics' swimming events have water temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).)

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hilo, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Hilo, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:52 pm HST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Hilo is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Heads up! Sand and water reflection magnifies the UV exposure from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hilo in December?

December temperatures in Hilo vary between a high-temperature of 71.6°F (22°C) and a low-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hilo?

In Hilo, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hilo?

In Hilo, Hawaii, in December, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the water temperature in December in Hilo?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Hilo, Hawaii, is 76.8°F (24.9°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 76.8°F (24.9°C) water.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hilo?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hilo, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hilo have in December?

The average day length in December in Hilo is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hilo?

On the first day of December in Hilo, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:52 pm HST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hilo?

The month with the least sunshine in Hilo is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hilo have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hilo is 6.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Hilo?

The months with the highest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hilo?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hilo, Hawaii, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hilo, HI

Average temperature in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average high temperature in December: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (69.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 66.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (64°F).

Average pressure in December
Hilo, HI

Average pressure in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (30.05"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hilo, HI

Average wind speed in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hilo, HI

Average humidity in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Hilo, HI

Average rainfall in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Hilo, HI

Average rainfall days in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (22.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Hilo, HI

Average sea temperature in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average sea temperature in December: 76.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (79.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (75.7°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hilo, HI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hilo, HI

Average sunshine days in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hilo, HI

Average UV index in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Hilo, HI

Average cloud cover in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Hilo, HI

Average visibility in December - Hilo, HI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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