Best Time to Visit Maui
Best time to visit Maui: June, July, August, September, October and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Maui
Go in June, July, August, September, October and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, March and April - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Maui 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 | 73° | 61° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 71° | 60° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 73° | 62° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 75° | 63° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 64° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 78° | 66° | 2,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 80° | 67° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 81° | 67° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 80° | 67° | 1,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 79° | 66° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 76° | 65° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 75° | 63° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Maui compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Maui.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maui County | 0 mi | 70°F | about the same | 32 in |
| Haleakala National Park | 13 mi | 50°F | 52°F cooler | 121 in |
| Road to Hana | 21 mi | 71°F | +33°F warmer | 183 in |
| Hawaii (Big Island) | 97 mi | 53°F | 49°F cooler | 30 in |
| Hawaii County | 97 mi | 53°F | 49°F cooler | 30 in |
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 February, March and April - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Maui is an island in Hawaii. Maui is an island known for the Road to Hana and Haleakala.
Right now it is 74°F (24°C) in Maui with overcast. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 69°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 88%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.9/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Maui is June, July, August, September, October and December. The climate is Mediterranean. February, March and April tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 81°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 60°F.
The closest major airport is Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), about 109 mi away. Nearby highlights include Haleakala National Park, Road to Hana, Hawaii (Big Island) and Waikiki Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 77°F is 3.8°F below the 81°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 Maui today at 9/10. Visibility is down to 0,4 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 Maui right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:45 AM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 77° / 69°
Light drizzle · 88% rain · wind 12 mph
⛅ 75° / 67°
Partly cloudy · 100% rain · wind 15 mph
Things to do in Maui
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Maui.
Quick facts about Maui
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| State | Hawaii |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 20°47′54.2″N 156°19′54.8″W (20.7984, -156.3319) |
| Known for | the Road to Hana and Haleakala |
| Local time | 6:45 AM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September, October and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Explore Maui
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Best Time to Visit for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Maui?
Maui is an island in Hawaii. Its coordinates are 20.7984, -156.3319. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Maui right now?
It is currently 74°F (24°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Maui?
June, July, August, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Maui, which has a Mediterranean climate. February, March and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Maui in?
Maui observes Pacific/Honolulu (UTC-10:00). The local time is 6:45 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Maui?
The closest airports are Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), 109 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Maui?
Popular options include Haleakala National Park, Road to Hana, Hawaii (Big Island), Waikiki Beach, Pearl Harbor National Memorial and Oahu.
Related articles
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 6:45 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
