Hawaii (Big Island) Weather Forecast
Hawaii (Big Island) weather: 58°F, showers. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Hawaii (Big Island) weather in April
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Climate in Hawaii (Big Island) 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 | 58° | 44° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 57° | 43° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 57° | 44° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 45° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 59° | 46° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 61° | 48° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 63° | 49° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 64° | 49° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 48° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 47° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 60° | 46° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 60° | 45° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Hawaii (Big Island)
Go in June, July, September, October and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and April - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and April - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Hawaii (Big Island) compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Hawaii (Big Island).
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii County | 0 mi | 53°F | about the same | 30 in |
| Hawaii Volcanoes National Park | 26 mi | 61°F | +40°F warmer | 51 in |
| Road to Hana | 87 mi | 71°F | +50°F warmer | 183 in |
| Haleakala National Park | 87 mi | 50°F | 35°F cooler | 121 in |
| Maui | 97 mi | 70°F | +49°F warmer | 32 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hawaii (Big Island)?
Hawaii (Big Island) is an island in Hawaii. Its coordinates are 19.5429, -155.6659. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Hawaii (Big Island) right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with showers. Humidity is 87% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hawaii (Big Island)?
June, July, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Hawaii (Big Island), which has a temperate climate. January, March and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hawaii (Big Island) in?
Hawaii (Big Island) observes Pacific/Honolulu (UTC-10:00). The local time is 11:20 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Hawaii (Big Island)?
The closest airports are Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), 191 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hawaii (Big Island)?
Popular options include Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, 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 (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 11:20 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
