Verdict: Excellent month
Honolulu Weather in December
December hits the sweet spot in Honolulu — highs around 26°C (79°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 7 wet days in a typical year. Overall, December is one of the best months of the year to be in Honolulu.
Average high
26°C / 79°F
Average low
21°C / 70°F
Rain days
~7
Precipitation
59 mm
What to pack for Honolulu in December
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Honolulu: Jul (29°C / 84°F) · Coolest: Jan (25°C / 77°F) · Wettest: Mar (~14 rain days)
25°
20°
Jan
25°
20°
Feb
25°
20°
Mar
26°
21°
Apr
27°
22°
May
28°
23°
Jun
29°
23°
Jul
29°
23°
Aug
29°
23°
Sep
29°
23°
Oct
27°
22°
Nov
26°
21°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)