Geography of Haleakala National Park
Geography of Haleakala National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Haleakala National Park
Road to Hana is 10 mi to the east, Maui is 13 mi to the north-west, Maui County is 13 mi to the north-west and Hawaii (Big Island) is 87 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 20°43′13.4″N 156°9′18.7″W (20.7204, -156.1552)
Quick facts about Haleakala National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Hawaii |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 20°43′13.4″N 156°9′18.7″W (20.7204, -156.1552) |
| Established | 1961 |
| Known for | sunrise above a volcanic crater |
| Local time | 10:01 PM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Haleakala National Park is a national park in Hawaii. Haleakala National Park is a US national park known for sunrise above a volcanic crater.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in Haleakala National Park with overcast. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 50°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.5/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Haleakala National Park is July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 60°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 42°F.
The closest major airport is Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), about 122 mi away. Nearby highlights include Road to Hana, Maui, Hawaii (Big Island) and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 60°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 Haleakala National Park today at 10/10. Visibility is down to 0,0 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.
Climate in Haleakala National Park 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 | 54° | 44° | 14,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 51° | 42° | 15,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 44° | 21,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 45° | 13,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 55° | 46° | 11,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 58° | 47° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 59° | 48° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 60° | 49° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 59° | 48° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 58° | 48° | 6,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 55° | 46° | 10,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 55° | 45° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Haleakala National Park?
Haleakala National Park is a national park in Hawaii. Its coordinates are 20.7204, -156.1552. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Haleakala National Park right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 99% and wind is 0 mph.
When is the best time to visit Haleakala National Park?
July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Haleakala National Park, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Haleakala National Park in?
Haleakala National Park observes Pacific/Honolulu (UTC-10:00). The local time is 10:01 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Haleakala National Park?
The closest airports are Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), 122 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Haleakala National Park?
Popular options include Road to Hana, Maui, Hawaii (Big Island), Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbor National Memorial.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 20, 2026 at 10:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
