Honolulu, United States

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Honolulu, Waikiki and Hawaii — surf, volcanoes, luau and aloha spirit.

Updated: March 2026 · Open-Meteo · 10 years · 12 months compared · 21.31°N 157.86°W

JuneBest month

28°COptimal temperature

24%Rainy days

Quick decision

When to visit Honolulu?

🌞 Best time overall

June

🌡️ Optimal temperature

23°C–28°C in June

🌧 Least rain

24% rainy days in June

🌧 Wettest month

March (35%)

📅 Best score

9.1/10

By trip type

Best time by type of trip

🏖️Waikiki BeachYear-round — iconic crescent beach, warm Pacific, 26°C water.

🌋Diamond HeadYear-round — volcanic crater hike, panoramic Oahu views.

🏄North Shore surfingNov–Feb — Pipeline, Sunset Beach, monster winter swells.

🌺Hawaiian cultureYear-round — hula, lei-making, luau, Pearl Harbor memorial.

Monthly climate data

Honolulu weather month by month

Month	Min °C	Max °C	Rainy days (%)	Precip. mm/d	Sun h/d	Score
☀️ January	20°C	25°C	24%	1.4	10.7h	8.2/10
🌤️ February	20°C	25°C	31%	1.8	10.9h	8.1/10
🌤️ March	20°C	25°C	35%	1.8	11.4h	8.0/10
🌤️ April	21°C	26°C	39%	1.7	12.2h	8.2/10
🌤️ May	22°C	27°C	34%	1.4	13.0h	8.6/10
☀️ June	23°C	28°C	24%	0.9	13.0h	9.1/10
☀️ July	23°C	29°C	23%	0.7	12.9h	8.9/10
🌤️ August	24°C	29°C	25%	0.9	12.7h	8.7/10
☀️ September	24°C	29°C	23%	0.8	11.6h	8.6/10
🌤️ October	23°C	28°C	31%	1.3	11.0h	8.5/10
☀️ November	22°C	27°C	22%	0.8	10.7h	8.6/10
🌤️ December	21°C	26°C	26%	2.0	10.7h	8.2/10

Ideal Fair Challenging climate Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years

🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.

Seasonal breakdown

What to expect each season

🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time

Average 26°C, 36% rainy days, 12.2h sunshine/day. Score: 8.3/10.

☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time

Average 29°C, 24% rainy days, 12.9h sunshine/day. Score: 8.9/10.

🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Excellent time

Average 28°C, 25% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.6/10.

❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time

Average 25°C, 27% rainy days, 10.8h sunshine/day. Score: 8.2/10.

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Monthly weather

Detailed weather by month

✍️ Our take

Best months in Honolulu

June✅ Excellent · 28°C

June is peak beach season in Honolulu—you'll bask in gloriously warm days (75–82°F) with minimal rain and nearly 13…

July✅ Good · 29°C

July in Honolulu is basically perfect if you love consistent warmth and minimal rain. Expect hot, sunny days (highs…

August✅ Good · 29°C

August in Honolulu is practically perfect—think consistent warmth, minimal rain, and that gorgeous 26°C ocean that begs…

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

June is ideal with 24% rainy days and 28°C.

March is the wettest month with 35% rainy days.

Yes, June is the best month with an average of 28°C.

In winter, the average score is 8.2/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.

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