December weather forecast
Kihei, HI

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Weather in December

December in Kihei, Hawaii, presents a mild winter weather, enjoying cooler temperatures and an increase in rainfall to 0.87" (22mm). Despite the increase in showers, the month still celebrates a fair share of sunny days, glistening the Island with a warm glow. Long evening walks along the beach are especially enjoyable due to the pleasant sea temperature. The festive mood, alongside Kihei's comfortable weather, perfectly wraps up the year.

Temperature

The beginning of December reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 75.7°F (24.3°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. A modest nighttime temperature average of 72.9°F (22.7°C) characterizes December.

Humidity

In Kihei, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are March and December, with an average 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Kihei, in December, the average water temperature is 76.8°F (24.9°C).
Note: 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. (FYI: The Olympic swimming competition requires a water temperature between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).)

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:56 pm HST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Stay cautious! Sand and water reflections increase UV radiation potency.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kihei in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kihei, records 75.7°F (24.3°C), while the low-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Kihei, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months in Kihei are March and December, with an average 0.87" (22mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Kihei in December?

In Kihei, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in December?

In Kihei, the average seawater temperature in December 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?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:56 pm HST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kihei have in December?

In Kihei, the average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Kihei, HI

Average temperature in December - Kihei, HI
  • Average high temperature in December: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (73.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 72.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (76.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (70.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Kihei, HI

Average pressure in December - Kihei, 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
Kihei, HI

Average wind speed in December - Kihei, HI
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Kihei, HI

Average humidity in December - Kihei, HI
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Kihei, HI

Average rainfall in December - Kihei, HI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and December (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Kihei, HI

Average rainfall days in December - Kihei, HI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.6 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Kihei, HI

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

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (75.6°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kihei, HI
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kihei, HI

Average sunshine days in December - Kihei, HI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kihei, HI

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

The months with the highest UV index are July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Kihei, HI

Average cloud cover in December - Kihei, HI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Kihei, HI

Average visibility in December - Kihei, 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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