Best Time to Visit Honolulu
Best time to visit Honolulu: June, July, August, September, October and November. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Honolulu
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 Honolulu 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).
How Honolulu compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Honolulu.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu County | 0 mi | 75°F | about the same | 28 in |
| Area Code 808 | 0 mi | 75°F | about the same | 28 in |
| Oahu | 13 mi | 73°F | 34°F cooler | 33 in |
| Maui County | 105 mi | 69°F | 38°F cooler | 39 in |
| Maui | 105 mi | 69°F | 38°F cooler | 39 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Honolulu
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each attraction in Honolulu
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each beach in Honolulu
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each district in Honolulu
1 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each zip / postal code in Honolulu
1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
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 - 2 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
Honolulu is a city in Hawaii. Honolulu is known for Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbor. It has a population of about 350.000.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Honolulu with mainly clear. It feels like 84°F. Today runs from 72°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Honolulu 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 Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Waikiki Beach, Oahu and Maui.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Honolulu today at 8.4/10. 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 Honolulu right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:47 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 83° / 74°
Partly cloudy · 20% rain · wind 11 mph
🌦️ 82° / 72°
Light drizzle · 24% rain · wind 13 mph
Things to do in Honolulu
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Honolulu.
Quick facts about Honolulu
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Hawaii |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 21°18′24.8″N 157°51′29.9″W (21.3069, -157.8583) |
| Population | 350.000 |
| Known for | Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbor |
| Local time | 6:47 PM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Honolulu?
Honolulu is a city in Hawaii. Its coordinates are 21.3069, -157.8583. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Honolulu right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 76% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Honolulu?
June, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Honolulu, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, March and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Honolulu in?
Honolulu observes Pacific/Honolulu (UTC-10:00). The local time is 6:47 PM.
How many people live in Honolulu?
Honolulu has a population of approximately 350.000.
What is the nearest airport to Honolulu?
The closest airports are Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), 4 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Honolulu?
Popular options include Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Waikiki Beach, Oahu, Maui, Haleakala National Park and Kauai.
What places are in Honolulu?
Honolulu covers 5 places in this atlas, including Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Waikiki Beach, Waikiki and ZIP Code 96815.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 1, 2026 at 6:47 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
