Best Time to Visit Hawaii
Best time to visit Hawaii: June, July, August, September, October and November. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Hawaii
Go in June, July, August, September, October and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and April - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Hawaii month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78° | 67° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 77° | 66° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 79° | 68° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 80° | 69° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 82° | 71° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 72° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 85° | 73° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 86° | 74° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 85° | 74° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 85° | 73° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 82° | 71° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 80° | 69° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit each national park in Hawaii
2 national parks mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each attraction in Hawaii
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Best time to visit each island in Hawaii
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Best time to visit each city in Hawaii
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Best time to visit each county in Hawaii
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What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and April - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Hawaii is a state in United States. Hawaii is a US state with its capital at Honolulu. It has a population of about 1.4 million. The capital is Honolulu.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Hawaii with partly cloudy. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 70°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 61%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Hawaii is June, July, August, September, October and November. The climate is Mediterranean. January, March and April tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 66°F.
The closest major airport is Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), about 4 mi away. Nearby highlights include Haleakala National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Pearl Harbor National Memorial and Road to Hana.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Hawaii today at 8.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Hawaii right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:26 AM, Oct 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 84° / 70°
Light drizzle · 16% rain · wind 11 mph
🌦️ 84° / 70°
Light drizzle · 13% rain · wind 10 mph
Things to do in Hawaii
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hawaii.
Quick facts about Hawaii
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 21°18′24.8″N 157°51′29.9″W (21.3069, -157.8583) |
| Capital | Honolulu |
| Population | 1.440.000 |
| Area | 10.932 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | HI |
| Time zone | Pacific/Honolulu |
| Local time | 12:26 AM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hawaii?
Hawaii is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 21.3069, -157.8583. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Hawaii right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 53% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hawaii?
June, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Hawaii, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, March and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hawaii in?
Hawaii observes Pacific/Honolulu (UTC-10:00). The local time is 12:26 AM.
How many people live in Hawaii?
Hawaii has a population of approximately 1.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Hawaii?
The closest airports are Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), 4 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hawaii?
Popular options include Haleakala National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Road to Hana, Hanalei Bay and Hawaii (Big Island).
What places are in Hawaii?
Hawaii covers 13 places in this atlas, including Haleakala National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Road to Hana, Hawaii (Big Island), Honolulu and Kauai.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 24, 2026 at 12:26 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
