Best Time to Visit Kauai
Best time to visit Kauai: August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Kauai
Go in August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Kauai 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 | 69° | 56° | 7,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 68° | 55° | 9,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 69° | 58° | 12,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 70° | 59° | 17,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 70° | 60° | 13,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 72° | 62° | 10,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 73° | 62° | 11,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 75° | 63° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 74° | 63° | 7,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 74° | 62° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 71° | 60° | 9,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 70° | 58° | 9,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Kauai compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Kauai.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kauai County | 0 mi | 64°F | about the same | 121 in |
| Oahu | 108 mi | 73°F | +41°F warmer | 31 in |
| Pearl Harbor National Memorial | 113 mi | 76°F | +44°F warmer | 27 in |
| Daniel K. Inouye International Airport | 116 mi | 75°F | +43°F warmer | 27 in |
| Honolulu County | 120 mi | 75°F | +43°F warmer | 27 in |
Best time to visit each beach in Kauai
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Kauai is an island in Hawaii. Kauai is an island known for the Na Pali Coast and Waimea Canyon.
Right now it is 69°F (20°C) in Kauai with light showers. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 67°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 88%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.2/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Kauai is August. The climate is temperate. March, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 75°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 55°F.
The closest major airport is Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), about 116 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hanalei Bay, Oahu, Pearl Harbor National Memorial and Waikiki Beach.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is in line with the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Kauai today at 9.7/10. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. 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 Kauai right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:03 AM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 74° / 67°
Light showers · 88% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 74° / 63°
Drizzle · 77% rain · wind 8 mph
Things to do in Kauai
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Kauai.
Quick facts about Kauai
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| State | Hawaii |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 22°5′47″N 159°31′34″W (22.0964, -159.5261) |
| Known for | the Na Pali Coast and Waimea Canyon |
| Local time | 8:03 AM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kauai?
Kauai is an island in Hawaii. Its coordinates are 22.0964, -159.5261. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Kauai right now?
It is currently 69°F (20°C) with light showers. Humidity is 95% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kauai?
August offer the most comfortable conditions in Kauai, which has a temperate climate. March, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kauai in?
Kauai observes Pacific/Honolulu (UTC-10:00). The local time is 8:03 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Kauai?
The closest airports are Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), 116 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Kauai?
Popular options include Hanalei Bay, Oahu, Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Waikiki Beach, Maui and Haleakala National Park.
What places are in Kauai?
Kauai covers 1 places in this atlas, including Hanalei Bay.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - 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 August 24, 2026 at 8:03 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
