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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Hawaii for your holiday.
Climate Overview
17 °C to 31 °C
24 °C to 27 °C
0.28 – 4.13 in (2 – 8 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 24.2 °C (Kahului) and 25 °C (Honolulu)
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Five hours by plane from the Californian metropolis of Los Angeles is the Hawaiian chain of islands in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Aloha State is 2300 miles from the mainland and is known worldwide as a paradise for vacationers and surfers due to its climate and beaches.
The most famous islands are the main island Hawaii (Big Island) and its neighbouring islands O’ahu and Maui. The 50th state of the USA is a fascinating mixture of Polynesian cultural influences, North American modernity and East Asian bustle.
Geographically, the more than 135 islands of Hawaii belong to Oceania and not to the American continent. Not all islands are actually inhabited, among the largest inhabited islands rank beside the already mentioned also lesser known exotics like Ni’ihau, Kaua’i, Moloka’i and L?na’i.
The 137 islands and atolls cover an area of 10300 square miles, on which about 1.4 million people live. The highest point of the islands is the volcano Mauna Kea with about 4205 meters.
Climate in Hawaii
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The Hawaiian Islands have a fairly constant warm tropical climate. The temperatures range from 26 °C to 31 °C all year round and therefore fluctuate only very slightly. The months of August and September reach the peak value of 31 °C in Honolulu and are very low in precipitation. Even at night the temperatures drop only insignificantly.
The water temperature of the Pacific Ocean reaches 27 °C around Hawaii in the summer months. The high volcanic areas Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa can get 10 °C in winter, in fact the mountain peaks can even be covered with snow in winter. However, many resorts such as Waikiki on O’ahu rarely reach temperatures below 20 °C even at night in winter.
Typical for tropical areas is usually very high humidity at high temperatures. Due to the gentle trade winds these unpleasant aspects are mostly absent in Hawaii and a very pleasant climate prevails. In the winter months of November to March, precipitation increases on all islands, the heaviest rainfall pours out on the slopes of the mountain regions.
Best Time to Visit Hawaii: Overview
JanuaryJan Good time to traveltime perfect for surfers | FebruaryFeb Good time to traveltime perfect for surfers | MarchMar Good time to traveltime usually Pleasant | AprilApr Very good time to traveltime mostly Perfectmostly perfect climate in Hawaii | MayMay Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Hawaii | JuneJun Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Hawaii |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime Peak Season in Hawaii | AugustAug Best time to traveltime Peak Season in Hawaii | SeptemberSep Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Hawaii | OctoberOct Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Hawaii | NovemberNov Good time to traveltime perfect for surfers | DecemberDec Good time to traveltime perfect for surfers |
When to go to Hawaii?
The climate offers very pleasant travel conditions all year round, which is why Hawaii can be called a year-round destination with only minor restrictions. There is no distinct rainy season, but it can come particularly in the afternoons in each season to short showers. Statistically, the driest months are from May to October.
Accordingly we recommend exactly this period also as best travel time for Hawaii, since the weather conditions are now particularly good and pleasant. July and August are classic high season months during school holidays, especially childless couples should avoid this period if possible. From November onwards, not only is precipitation slowly increasing, but thousands and thousands of”winter refugees” from the USA, Canada and above all Asia are also flocking to the islands.
Especially between Christmas and Easter many hotels are fully booked and the beaches are quite full. If that doesn’t bother you, you will find good conditions for a relaxing holiday even at this time of the year. With island hopping you can connect the most beautiful regions of Hawaii and integrate varied activities as well as numerous excursions into your travel program.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Hawaii) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Honolulu | all except January, February, March, and December |
| Kahului | May, June, July, August, September, and October |
Climate Charts Hawaii
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Honolulu
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Hawaii
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Hawaii, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Honolulu (Hawaii)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 27° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 30° | 29° | 27° |
| Night Temperature | 19° | 19° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 21° | 19° |
| Water Temperature | 24° | 24° | 24° | 25° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 26° | 25° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 3.78 | 2.72 | 3.46 | 1.5 | 1.22 | 0.47 | 0.55 | 0.59 | 0.63 | 1.89 | 3.23 | 3.43 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Honolulu is 25 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: August (27.2 °C)
Coldest month: January (22.6 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Honolulu is 27 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
all months
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 23.46 inch on 56 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Honolulu.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 9.6 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 8.2 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Kahului (Hawaii)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 27° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 30° | 29° | 27° |
| Night Temperature | 18° | 17° | 18° | 19° | 19° | 21° | 21° | 22° | 21° | 21° | 20° | 18° |
| Water Temperature | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 25° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 26° | 25° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 4.13 | 2.87 | 2.72 | 1.85 | 0.79 | 0.28 | 0.39 | 0.47 | 0.35 | 1.22 | 2.6 | 3.27 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 8 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Kahului is 24.2 °C.Warmest month: August (26.3 °C)
Coldest month: January (22.1 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Kahului is 27 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
all months
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 20.94 inch on 59 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Kahului.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 9.7 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 8.2 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
Hawaii offers a large number of scenic highlights. In Haleakala National Park you can climb the crater of the volcano of the same name and enjoy a wonderful sunrise. The efforts of an early morning hour are rewarded with unforgettable impressions and incredible photo motifs.
You can get a nice impression of Polynesian cultural influence in the Polynesian Culture Center with seven reconstructed villages.
On the island of Maui, Ka’anapali Beach is a dream beach and a wonderful hot spot for snorkelling. The famous “Road to Hana” on Maui is also a real highlight. The highway at the coast belongs to the most beautiful car routes of our earth and is great to travel with a rental car.
Other attractions include the Kalalau Trail in Kauai, Wai’anapanapa State Park and Na Pali Coast State Park. Hawaii was strongly influenced by the Second World War. The USS Arizona Memorial in the Pearl Harbor of Honolulu, the capital, is a very impressive sight with a moving history.
Popular Activities
Oahu: Afternoon Glass Bottom Boat Tour in Waikiki
Tours
from 40 $ »
Join the Haleiwa Queen cruise from Oahu, enjoy the clear view of the Pacific Ocean floor as you cruise over live tropical reefs and one of Hawaii’s shipwrecks on a glass-bottom boat.
Honolulu: Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona, and City Tour
Tours
from 66 $ »
Visit Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial, and other noteworthy historical sites on this tour of Honolulu.
Oahu: Official USS Arizona Memorial Narrated Audio Tour
Culture & history
from 7 $ »
Book the official USS ‘Arizona’ Memorial narrated tour, an award-winning 2-hour self-guided audio-commentary narrated by Jamie Lee Curtis, historians and Pearl Harbor survivors.
More attractions
Maui: Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkel with Deli Lunch | From Ma’alaea Harbor: Molokini Snorkeling Adventure | Waikiki: Turtle Canyons Cruise and Snorkel Excursion | From Honolulu: Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Cruise | Maui: Eco-Friendly Molokini and Turtle Town Tour with Lunch | Honolulu: Diamond Head Cruise with Drinks and Appetizers | Maui: Road to Hana Adventure with Breakfast & Lunch |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Honolulu
few clouds, 22.9 °CClouds: 20 % Wind: 4 mph ONO
Air Pressure: 1020 hPa Humidity: 83 %
Air Pressure: 1020 hPa Humidity: 83 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 12:32 pm
The next days …
| 7th Feb 2023 | 8th Feb 2023 | 9th Feb 2023 | 10th Feb 2023 | 11th Feb 2023 | 12th Feb 2023 |
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| 23 °C to 24 °C | 22 °C to 23 °C | 22 °C to 23 °C | 22 °C to 23 °C | 22 °C to 23 °C | 22 °C to 23 °C |
| Clouds: 17 % | Clouds: 13 % | Clouds: 96 % | Clouds: 20 % | Clouds: 8 % | Clouds: 84 % |
| 0 in of rain | No Precipitation | 0 in of rain | No Precipitation | 0.06 in of rain | 0.15 in of rain |
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USA: Regions
Hawaii is part of the holiday destination USA. We analyzed the climate for additional regions, in order to provide you with information about the best time to visit and the expected holiday weather:USA | Las Vegas | California | Florida | Southern United States | New York | Grand Canyon | Chicago | Alaska | Miami | Key West | Los Angeles | San Francisco | Washington D.C. | Seattle | Boston | San Diego | Orlando | New Orleans | Fort Myers |
Hottest Month
August: 31 °C
Day Temperature in Honolulu
August: 31 °CDay Temperature in Honolulu
Coldest Month
February: 17 °C
Night Temperature in Kahului
February: 17 °CNight Temperature in Kahului
Rainiest Month
January: 4.13 in
Rain in Kahului
January: 4.13 inRain in Kahului
Driest Month
June: 0.28 in
Rain in Kahului
June: 0.28 inRain in Kahului
Maximum Water Temperature
July: 27 °C
Water Temperature in Honolulu
July: 27 °CWater Temperature in Honolulu
Sunniest Month
June: 9.7 hours/day
Sunshine in Kahului
June: 9.7 hours/daySunshine in Kahului
Activities and Attractions
From Ma’alaea Afternoon Snorkel to Molokini or Coral Gardens
Tours
from 89 $ »
Maui: Waterfall & Rainforest Hiking Tour with Picnic Lunch
Tours
from 161 $ »
Waikiki Trolley Hop-on Hop-off 1, 4 or 7-Day All-Line Pass
Activities
from 45 $ »
Distances to Hawaii
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | 7230 mi | 4960 mi | 2560 mi |
| Kahului | 7240 mi | 4910 mi | 2490 mi |
Where’s Hawaii?
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Continent: Oceania
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Hawaii: Experiences of our Visitors
True September since Idyllic sunset with Pleasant temperature and the water for surfing simply super
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
21 days on Oahu, Big Island and Maui. It was only one day on Oahu continuously rainy, otherwise mostly blue sky, now and then a few cloud fields. Depending on the location on the respective island, however, the weather can vary greatly. For example, it is rainy in the northeastern part of Big Island and Maui, but beautiful in the south and southwest. This is due to the location of the volcanoes.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
pleasant warmth, often overcast, often precipitation and quite windy
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
…wonderful…back in Hawaii Kauai since 04.05.2017 ????? … simply dreamlike …dreamlike also Niihau?????
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
in september the weather on hawei honollulu was mostly very sunny and warm. except a few times cloudy in the evening I look pleasant and there is a light wind .everything is perfect at this time of year. always happy again right away
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good