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Hawaii / Maui, United States · Temperate oceanic

Hawaii / Maui in March: go or not?

Good time. Hawaii / Maui in March gets 7.6/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 20.80°N · 156.33°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Hawaii / Maui · March
7.6
16–23°
Temperature
49%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
Photo : Tamara Bravo via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in March

Spring marks the start of the good season in Hawaii / Maui. Temperatures rise (23.0°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 49.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (8.4/10) remains theoretically better.

March ranks 9 out of 12 months in Hawaii / Maui. Compared to February: +2°F daytime, 7 pts fewer rainy days, +0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in March

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
15°
Sea
25°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
11.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 32
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Is March the right month?

The best month in Hawaii / Maui is July (8.4/10), 0.8 pt higher than March.

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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 (13,800 ft).

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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 trip.

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 · 81°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 72°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 56%

🏖️ Beach trip

📅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 States
Temperate 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 81°F highs, 68°F 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 68°F, while afternoon highs average 81°F.
Is Hawaii / Maui good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Hawaii / Maui scores 7.1/10 on average — Acceptable 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 March?
In March, the sea averages 77°F in Hawaii / Maui: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Hawaii / Maui in March?
The average UV index reaches 7 in March in Hawaii / Maui (high), with about 11.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.