Geography of Kauai
Geography of Kauai: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Kauai
Kauai County is 0 mi to the north, Oahu is 108 mi to the south-east, Pearl Harbor National Memorial is 113 mi to the south-east and Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is 116 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 22°5′47″N 159°31′34″W (22.0964, -159.5261)
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 | 8:05 AM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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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.
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).
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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 8:05 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 24, 2026 at 8:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
