Hawaii month by month

The best time to visit Hawaii

For most travellers, the sweet spot in Hawaii is May · October · April: 29° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.

Climate through the year

Month	Temp	Crowds	Price	Verdict
January	27° / 19°	High	$$$	Great
February	27° / 19°	High	$$$	Great
March	27° / 20°	High	$$$	Great
April	28° / 21°	Moderate	$$	Ideal
May	29° / 22°	Moderate	$$	Ideal
June	31° / 23°	High	$$	Great
July	31° / 24°	High	$$$	Fair
August	32° / 24°	High	$$$	Fair
September	32° / 24°	Moderate	$$	Ideal
October	31° / 23°	Moderate	$$	Ideal
November	29° / 21°	Moderate	$$	Fair
December	27° / 20°	High	$$$	Great

Best months May October April September

The year in Hawaii

Four broad seasons, and what each one actually feels like on the ground in Hawaii.

Spring Ideal

Mar–May · highs around 28°C · Drier days arrive with thinner crowds and calmer surf

Mar ·Apr ·May

Summer Great

Jun–Aug · highs around 31°C · Hot, dry summer swells the crowds again

Jun ·Jul ·Aug

Autumn Ideal

Sep–Nov · highs around 31°C · Warm, dry, and noticeably quieter after summer

Sep ·Oct ·Nov

Winter Great

Dec–Feb · highs around 27°C · Holiday crowds meet the first returning whales

Dec ·Jan ·Feb

When to go, depending on what you want

Best weather

The months where climate comfort peaks, whatever else is happening.

September ·October

Best value

Still a good trip, at the lowest prices of the year.

October ·November

Fewest crowds

When you get the main sights closest to yourself.

October ·May

Biggest events

When the calendar gives you something the other months do not.

April ·December ·January

Practical basics

Region: North America
Local currency: USD
Hemisphere: Northern (summer in Jun–Aug)
Yearly range: 19° – 32°
Strongest months: May, October, April
Good for: beach · islands · wildlife · adventure

Events in Hawaii

Apr Merrie Monarch Festival — Halau from across Hawaii compete in hula performances during a week-long festival in Hilo each April.
Dec–Jan–Feb–Mar–Apr Humpback Whale Season — Thousands of humpback whales migrate to Hawaiian waters to breed and calve each winter.
Nov–Dec–Jan–Feb North Shore Winter Surf Season — Giant winter swells draw professional surfers to Oahu's North Shore for events like the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing.
Sep Aloha Festivals — Parades, concerts, and cultural events across the islands celebrate Native Hawaiian traditions each September.
Mar Honolulu Festival — A parade and cultural performances in Waikiki celebrate the Pacific Rim's shared heritage each March.

Every month in Hawaii

A dedicated breakdown for each month — weather, crowds, prices, events and a verdict.

Hawaii in January 27° · $$$ Great Hawaii in February 27° · $$$ Great Hawaii in March 27° · $$$ Great Hawaii in April 28° · $$ Ideal Hawaii in May 29° · $$ Ideal Hawaii in June 31° · $$ Great Hawaii in July 31° · $$$ Fair Hawaii in August 32° · $$$ Fair Hawaii in September 32° · $$ Ideal Hawaii in October 31° · $$ Ideal Hawaii in November 29° · $$ Fair Hawaii in December 27° · $$$ Great

Frequently asked questions

What is the best month to visit Hawaii?

What is the cheapest time to visit Hawaii?

October — This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year. Save 46%.

What is the weather like in Hawaii?

Average highs sit around 32°C with lows near 19°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.

Things to do in Hawaii