Geography of Hawaii
Geography of Hawaii: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Hawaii
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Coordinates: 21°18′24.8″N 157°51′29.9″W (21.3069, -157.8583)
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 | 9:46 PM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by national park in Hawaii
2 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by attraction in Hawaii
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by island in Hawaii
4 islands mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Hawaii
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by county in Hawaii
4 counties mapped in this atlas
Geography by area code in Hawaii
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
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 83°F (29°C) in Hawaii with partly cloudy. It feels like 85°F. Today runs from 76°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
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 August. The forecast high of 86°F is in line with the 86°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. family time is the strongest bet in Hawaii today at 8.9/10. Gusts to 39 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 86° | 74° | 0,7 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).
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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 83°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 65% and wind is 15 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 9:46 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 22, 2026 at 9:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
