Best Time to Visit Hawaii

Jan

January kicks off whale watching season with pleasant breezes and average highs of 73°F, though you can expect around 78mm of rain, making some days a bit wet. Crowds are still present from the holidays.

• Whale watching season begins
• New Year's Day

Feb

February is firmly in whale watching peak season. It's still pleasant with highs around 72°F, but it's also the wettest month with roughly 154mm of rainfall, so be prepared for rain showers.

• Whale watching peak season

Mar

March marks the end of whale watching season. The weather remains agreeable with highs of 74°F; however, rainfall is still quite significant, around 109mm, so expect some rainy days.

• Whale watching season ends

Apr

April sees warmer temperatures reaching 74°F and still a fair amount of rain with 128mm. It's a great time to experience local culture if the Merrie Monarch Festival falls within this month.

• Merrie Monarch Festival (usually late March or early April)

May

May brings slightly warmer highs of 76°F and a noticeable drop in rainfall to 73mm, making it a more appealing time for outdoor activities. Crowds start to thin out before summer.

• Lei Day

Jun

June is the start of summer vacation, and you'll feel it with highs of 78°F. Rainfall drops significantly to a very pleasant 17mm, making it one of the driest months, but expect crowds to increase.

• King Kamehameha Day
• Summer vacation season begins

Jul

July is hot and dry, with average highs of 81°F and only 18mm of rain, perfect for beach lovers. However, it's also peak tourist season, so expect larger crowds and higher prices.

• Fourth of July

Aug

August remains hot with highs of 80°F and relatively dry with 54mm of rain. It's still a busy time, but crowds may start to slightly lessen towards the end of the month.

• Hawaii Statehood Day

Sep

September offers continued warmth with highs of 80°F and less rain, just 26mm. It’s a great shoulder season month, as crowds begin to dissipate, offering a more relaxed experience.

Oct

October brings slightly cooler temperatures with highs of 78°F and a moderate increase in rainfall to 58mm. It's a quieter time to visit before the winter rush, but keep an eye on the weather for passing showers.

Nov

November sees average highs of 76°F and 75mm of rain. It's a transitional month, generally calmer before the holiday season, but be aware of increasing rainfall.

• Thanksgiving (US)

Dec

December is festive with average highs of 74°F but also sees significant rainfall at 106mm. It's peak season for holiday travel, so expect large crowds, higher prices, and book well in advance.

• Christmas
• New Year's Eve