December Rainfall and Precipitation in Hawaii

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Hawaii, the United States of America in December.

Hawaii, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences precipitation in December ranging from moderate in Kapalua with 48 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall to heavy in Captain Cook with 242 mm (9.5 in) of rainfall.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Hawaii precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Hawaii, the United States of America receive in December?

In December, Kihei typically receives modest rainfall, around 62 mm (2.4 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Hawaii, the United States of America in December?

Kihei sees roughly 13 days rainy days during December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Hawaii, the United States of America?

December is generally a drier month for Hawaii, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in December in Hawaii, the United States of America?

Captain Cook is the wettest city in Hawaii, the United States of America in December according to our database, with average rainfall of around 242 mm (9.5 in).

What is the driest city in December in Hawaii, the United States of America?

In our records, Kapalua stands out as the driest city in Hawaii, the United States of America for December, averaging just 48 mm (1.9 in).

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