Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Maui in December
Maui edges cooler than November, with highs of 69°F (21°C), lows of 66°F (19°C) and about 2.8 in (71 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 84/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (71 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 46%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What December feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 69°F (21°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 66°F (19°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.8 in (71 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.4 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January and May – September.
- Shortest days of the year, about 10 h 45 min of daylight.
- Comfort holds steady from November (84 → 84/100).
- Our Hawaii Paradise route recommends Apr – Oct, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 66°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Maui in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Waiʻānapanapa State Park
Black sand beach, sea caves and lava coastline near Hana.
Why now December scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Haleakalā National Park
Watch sunrise from 10,000 ft above the clouds, then hike into the crater.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 2.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Paia Fish Market
Casual counter for fresh fish plates and tacos in surf-town Paia.
Molokini Crater
Boat snorkel trip to a half-sunken crater with very clear water.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Road to Hana
Winding coastal drive with waterfalls, bamboo forest and lookouts.
Nearby in December
- Big Island in December~97 mi · highs 51°F, 6.7 in rain · 10°C (19°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Kailua & Lanikai in December~99 mi · highs 77°F, 2.9 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Waikiki in December~103 mi · highs 78°F, 3.7 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Oahu in December~116 mi · highs 76°F, 3.7 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~154 m to Maui's ~662 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Maui in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Maui?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 84/100, held back mainly by humidity. The best months are January and May – September. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 2.8 in (71 mm) of rain. Our Hawaii Paradise route recommends Apr – Oct, so December is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Maui in December?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Maui in December?
Some: about 2.8 in (71 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 24.4 in (620 mm).
What should I pack for Maui in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 66°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Maui in December?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.