December weather forecast
Naalehu, HI

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Weather in December

As winter sets in, Naalehu, unlike many other regions, escapes any harsh drops in temperature, maintaining the average around 70.5°F (21.4°C). Despite the slight increase in rainfall to 1.3" (33mm), the rest of the weather conditions, including wind speed, daylight hours, and UV Index, largely remain consistent with November. The month provides an impressive display of Hawaiian winter, retaining a balance between sunshine and rain, whilst maintaining a pleasantly cooler environment.

Temperature

The arrival of December brings an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C), nearly identical to November's 71.8°F (22.1°C). Nights during December maintain a steady temperature, averaging at an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Humidity

In Naalehu, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Naalehu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 216.1 days and collects up to 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 5:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:55 pm HST.

Sunshine

November and December, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in December leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 70.5°F (21.4°C) and 66.6°F (19.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Naalehu is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Naalehu, the average day length in December is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:55 pm HST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

November and December, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Naalehu.

How many hours of sunshine does Naalehu have in December?

In Naalehu, Hawaii, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Naalehu, HI

Average temperature in December - Naalehu, HI
  • Average high temperature in December: 70.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and October (73.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (68.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 66.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (64.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Naalehu, HI

Average pressure in December - Naalehu, HI
  • Average pressure in December: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (30.04"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Naalehu, HI

Average wind speed in December - Naalehu, HI
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Naalehu, HI

Average humidity in December - Naalehu, HI
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Naalehu, HI

Average rainfall in December - Naalehu, HI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Naalehu, HI

Average rainfall days in December - Naalehu, HI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Naalehu, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Naalehu, HI

Average sunshine days in December - Naalehu, HI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (3.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Naalehu, HI

Average UV index in December - Naalehu, HI
  • Average UV index in December: 5

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

Average cloud cover in December
Naalehu, HI

Average cloud cover in December - Naalehu, HI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Naalehu, HI

Average visibility in December - Naalehu, 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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