Honolulu · SpringHonolulu weather in May
Should you visit Honolulu in May?
✅ Yes if: you want good weather with lower prices than peak season.
❌ No if: you need guaranteed perfect weather — some mixed days are possible.
Our take: May in Honolulu is genuinely lovely—think warm days around 24°C with afternoon showers that cool things down beautifully. You'll get plenty of sunshine (13 hours daily) perfect for beach time, though pack a light rain jacket since showers pop up regularly. The sea's a comfortable 25°C, ideal for swimmers who don't want intense heat.
Honolulu in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
What to expect in May
🎯 Balanced surf conditions — consistent waves and fewer surfers in the lineup Spring marks the start of the good season in Honolulu. Temperatures rise (27°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 34% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.1/10) remains theoretically better.
All months for Honolulu
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | 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 |
May vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -10%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
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