Hilo in December
Not the best time
December combines holiday crowds with increasingly wet weather. You'll pay peak prices while dealing with more frequent rain and overcast skies.
Weather
December brings increased rainfall and more overcast conditions as winter approaches. Temperatures drop to their coolest while humidity climbs steadily. Trade winds become variable, sometimes providing relief but often dying down completely.
27°C high19°C low15 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$185/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Christmas celebrations
- •New Year's preparations
- •Holiday light displays
- •Winter solstice festivals
December Tips
- •Holiday crowds drive up prices despite worsening weather
- •Book indoor activities and covered attractions as backups
- •Waterfalls start becoming more dramatic as rainfall increases
All Months
April through October gives you the best shot at dry weather, but 'dry' in Hilo means 10 inches of rain instead of 15. The trade winds blow strongest in summer, which keeps things comfortable despite the humidity. Winter brings bigger surf to the east side beaches, but also more storms. Here's what locals know: mornings are almost always clearer than afternoons. Plan your waterfall hikes and volcano drives before 2 PM when the clouds roll in. The farmers market runs year-round, but summer brings the best variety of tropical fruits.
Hilo Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
7/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
8/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
5/10
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