Geography of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Geography of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Hawaii (Big Island) is 26 mi to the west, Hawaii County is 26 mi to the west, Road to Hana is 104 mi to the north-west and Haleakala National Park is 106 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 19°25′9.8″N 155°17′18.6″W (19.4194, -155.2885)
Quick facts about Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Hawaii |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 19°25′9.8″N 155°17′18.6″W (19.4194, -155.2885) |
| Established | 1916 |
| Known for | active Kilauea lava landscapes |
| Local time | 12:09 AM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September, October and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a national park in Hawaii. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a US national park known for active Kilauea lava landscapes.
Right now it is 65°F (18°C) in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with clear. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 62°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.9/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is June, July, August, September, October and December. The climate is temperate. January, March and November tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 53°F.
The closest major airport is Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), about 216 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hawaii (Big Island), Road to Hana, Haleakala National Park and Maui.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 77°F is 3.4°F above the 73°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 Hawaii Volcanoes National Park today at 8.8/10. 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.
Climate in Hawaii Volcanoes 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 | 66° | 54° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 64° | 53° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 65° | 55° | 9,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 67° | 55° | 5,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 67° | 56° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 70° | 58° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 72° | 58° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 73° | 59° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 71° | 58° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 71° | 58° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 68° | 57° | 5,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 67° | 55° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hawaii Volcanoes National Park?
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a national park in Hawaii. Its coordinates are 19.4194, -155.2885. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park right now?
It is currently 65°F (18°C) with clear. Humidity is 97% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park?
June, July, August, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, which has a temperate climate. January, March and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in?
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park observes Pacific/Honolulu (UTC-10:00). The local time is 12:09 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park?
The closest airports are Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), 216 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park?
Popular options include Hawaii (Big Island), Road to Hana, Haleakala National Park, Maui, 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 21, 2026 at 12:09 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
