Geography of Maui
Geography of Maui: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Maui
Maui County is 0 mi to the north, Haleakala National Park is 13 mi to the south-east, Road to Hana is 21 mi to the east and Hawaii (Big Island) is 97 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 20°47′54.2″N 156°19′54.8″W (20.7984, -156.3319)
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 | 10:39 PM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September, October and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Maui is an island in Hawaii. Maui is an island known for the Road to Hana and Haleakala.
Right now it is 78°F (25°C) in Maui with partly cloudy. It feels like 80°F. Today runs from 69°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 22%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.4/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 about average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is in line with 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. swimming is the strongest bet in Maui today at 9.3/10. Visibility is down to 0,2 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Gusts to 32 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 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).
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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 78°F (25°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 72% and wind is 12 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 10:39 PM.
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.
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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 22, 2026 at 10:39 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
