Oahu – Pipeline in December
December is one of the best months for surfing at Oahu – Pipeline.
Plan your trip to Oahu – PipelineEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2.8 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 26°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 27°C by day, 21°C at night
- Weather: 29 sunny days, 12 rainy days
Oahu – PipelineHawaii (Oahu North Shore), United StatesAdvanced only · no wetsuit · ✈ HNL 41 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in December
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Oahu – HaleiwaUnited States · 10 km away · water 26°C2.3 m waves2
Kauai – Hanalei BayUnited States · 161 km away · water 26°C2.8 m waves3
Maui – Honolua BayUnited States · 163 km away · water 26°C2.1 m waves4
Kanaha Beach Park – MauiUnited States · 188 km away · water 26°C2.1 m waves5
Maui – Ho'okipaUnited States · 194 km away · water 26°C2.1 m waves6
Oahu – Kailua BeachUnited States · 45 km away · water 25°C2.4 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in December →Questions
Is December a good time for surfing at Oahu – Pipeline?
December is one of the best months for surfing at Oahu – Pipeline. Waves 2.8 m, water 26°C (no wetsuit), air 27°C.
How warm is the water at Oahu – Pipeline in December?
About 26°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Oahu – Pipeline in December?
About 2.8 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Oahu – Pipeline in December?
Around 27°C by day and 21°C at night, with about 29 sunny and 12 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in December?
Within 1,500 km: Oahu – Haleiwa (2.3 m waves), Kauai – Hanalei Bay (2.8 m waves) & Maui – Honolua Bay (2.1 m waves).