The month in detail
What to expect in August
Summer in Hawaii / Maui brings pleasant temperatures (27.0°C) and long sunny days (7.8h of sunshine). Expect rain on 34.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (8.4/10) remains theoretically better.
August ranks 2 out of 12 months in Hawaii / Maui.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.7h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 14
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Hawaii / Maui is July (8.4/10), 0.1 pt higher than August.
Context
Our verdict
Big Island (officially Hawaiʻi) is the largest and youngest of the archipelago: active volcanoes (Kilauea, Mauna Loa), 11 climate zones on a single island, observatories on Mauna Kea (4205m).
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · United States
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 27°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 22°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 56%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Hawaii / Maui ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
United StatesTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.4 → 7.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
20.80°N · 156.33°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hawaii / Maui?
July is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 8.2h of sunshine and 32.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Hawaii / Maui get in July?
Hawaii / Maui averages 8.2 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Hawaii / Maui?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Hawaii / Maui in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Hawaii / Maui good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Hawaii / Maui scores 7.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.9/10.
When should you avoid Hawaii / Maui?
February is the most difficult month to visit Hawaii / Maui, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Hawaii / Maui in August?
In August, the sea averages 27°C in Hawaii / Maui: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Hawaii / Maui in August?
The average UV index reaches 8 in August in Hawaii / Maui (very high), with about 12.7h of daylight. Protection essential.