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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
82°FOptimal temperature
24%Rainy days
Quick decision

When to visit Honolulu?

🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
73°F–82°F 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

MonthMin °FMax °FRainy days (%)Precip. in/dSun h/dScore
☀️ January68°F77°F24%0.1in10.7h8.2/10
🌤️ February68°F77°F31%0.1in10.9h8.1/10
🌤️ March68°F77°F35%0.1in11.4h8.0/10
🌤️ April70°F79°F39%0.1in12.2h8.2/10
🌤️ May72°F81°F34%0.1in13.0h8.6/10
☀️ June73°F82°F24%0.0in13.0h9.1/10
☀️ July73°F84°F23%0.0in12.9h8.9/10
🌤️ August75°F84°F25%0.0in12.7h8.7/10
☀️ September75°F84°F23%0.0in11.6h8.6/10
🌤️ October73°F82°F31%0.1in11.0h8.5/10
☀️ November72°F81°F22%0.0in10.7h8.6/10
🌤️ December70°F79°F26%0.1in10.7h8.2/10
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°F, 36% rainy days, 12.2h sunshine/day. Score: 8.3/10.

☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time

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

🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Excellent time

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

❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time

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

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✍️ Our take

Best months in Honolulu

June✅ Excellent · 82°F

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 · 84°F

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

August✅ Good · 84°F

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°F.
March is the wettest month with 35% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 28°F.
In winter, the average score is 8.2/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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