December brings cooler weather and more frequent rain showers, but beach activities can still be enjoyed during this month. Swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, diving, surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing are all possible, as the ocean conditions remain calm and the trade winds continue to provide favorable conditions. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
December is one of the least crowded months at Papohaku Beach Park, as the weather is cooler and the holiday season typically keeps people closer to home. Christmas and New Year's Eve may bring a few more visitors to the island, but the beach remains relatively quiet and peaceful.
The average maximum temperature in Papohaku Beach Park in December is 26°. The average maximum temperature is 27° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average temperature in Papohaku Beach Park in December is 22°. The average temperature ranges is 24° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Papohaku Beach Park in December is 19°. The minimum temperature is 20° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Papohaku Beach Park in December are 10.9 and there are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Papohaku Beach Park in December is typically 6.5 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Papohaku Beach Park in December is 25.1° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Papohaku Beach Park in December is 7.4cm and on average there are 16.8 rainy days in December making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Papohaku Beach Park in December is 19° which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 20° in the previous month and 19° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Papohaku Beach Park in December is typically 89.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.8% in the previous month and 90.6% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Papohaku Beach Park in December is typically 76.6%. The average relative humidity is 75.6% in the previous month and 77.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Papohaku Beach Park in December is typically 26kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 27kmh in the previous month and 26kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Papohaku Beach Park in December is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 14kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Papohaku Beach Park in December is from the North-Northeast.
