The month in detail
What to expect in August
August is peak dry season in Maui. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (20% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (8.7/10) remains theoretically better.
August ranks 2 out of 12 months in Maui.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
17°
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 Maui is July (8.7/10), 0.1 pt higher than August.
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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 tropical stay.
Country · United States
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 26°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 22°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 34%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Maui ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
United StatesTropical climate with a 8.7 → 7.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
20.80°N · 156.32°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Maui?
July is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 19.0°C lows, 8.6h of sunshine and 16.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Maui get in July?
Maui averages 8.6 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in 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 Maui in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 19.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is Maui good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Maui scores 7.4/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 8.3/10.
When should you avoid Maui?
February is the most difficult month to visit 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 Maui in August?
In August, the sea averages 27°C in Maui: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Maui in August?
The average UV index reaches 8 in August in Maui (very high), with about 12.7h of daylight. Protection essential.