When to visit
Honolulu?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Honolulu
Republic of Hawaii · United States of America

The best weather in Honolulu is from January, June, November, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are January, October, November.consistent weather climate

Climate score
September
79

Excellent climate

🌡Hot & dry

Temperature
24–29°C
Hot nights — A/C advised
Feels like
26–31°C
Humid
Precipitation
27mm
Light drizzle · 10 days
Sunshine
11.5h
Partly cloudy
Humidity (%)
72%
Humid
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
81
Low season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep81OctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score878484848487817879858784
ClimatePleasantPleasantPleasantPleasantPleasantPleasantHot & dryHot & dryHot & dryPleasantPleasantPleasant
Temperature20–25°C20–25°C20–25°C21–26°C22–27°C23–28°C24–29°C24–29°C24–29°C23–28°C23–27°C21–26°C
Feels like21–26°C20–25°C21–26°C22–27°C23–28°C25–30°C25–30°C26–31°C26–31°C26–30°C24–28°C22–26°C
Precipitation37mm
9 days
50mm
10 days
52mm
13 days
45mm
13 days
42mm
11 days
26mm
9 days
20mm
10 days
37mm
11 days
27mm
10 days
39mm
11 days
32mm
9 days
55mm
10 days
Sunshine10.1h
☀︎ 92%
10.2h
☀︎ 89%
10.5h
☀︎ 87%
11.6h
☀︎ 91%
12.3h
☀︎ 93%
12.8h
☀︎ 95%
12.7h
☀︎ 96%
12.3h
☀︎ 96%
11.5h
☀︎ 94%
10.7h
☀︎ 92%
10.2h
☀︎ 92%
9.8h
☀︎ 90%
WindNE · 20 km/hNE · 23 km/hNE · 22 km/hNE · 24 km/hNE · 22 km/hNE · 23 km/hNE · 25 km/hNE · 24 km/hNE · 22 km/hNE · 21 km/hNE · 23 km/hNE · 23 km/h
Humidity (%)74%73%74%73%72%71%72%72%72%74%74%75%
Day length11.0h11.5h12.0h12.7h13.2h13.4h13.3h12.8h12.3h11.6h11.1h10.9h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonLow seasonHigh seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonHigh season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Aloha Festivals
Vans Triple Crown of Surfing
Hawaii Food & Wine Festival
Honolulu Festival
Honolulu Marathon
King Kamehameha Day Parade
Prince Lot Hula Festival
Lantern Floating Hawaii
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Ukulele Festival Hawaii
Events & Festivals
  • Aloha FestivalsculturalSignature event
    September· 50k+ visitors

    Hawaii's largest cultural celebration, the Aloha Festivals, takes place throughout September with events across Oahu, cu…

  • Vans Triple Crown of SurfingsportsSignature event
    November, December· 500k+ visitors

    While primarily held on Oahu's North Shore, this legendary surfing competition is a major draw for visitors to Honolulu,…

  • Hawaii Food & Wine Festivalfood wine
    October· 50k+ visitors

    This premier epicurean festival spans multiple islands, with significant events held in Honolulu, showcasing Hawaii's di…

  • Honolulu Festivalcultural
    March· 50k+ visitors

    This annual three-day festival promotes cultural understanding and harmony between Hawaii and the Pacific Rim, featuring…

  • Honolulu Marathonsports
    December· 50k+ visitors

    One of the largest marathons in the world, the Honolulu Marathon attracts tens of thousands of runners who enjoy a sceni…

  • King Kamehameha Day Paradeholiday
    June· 50k+ visitors

    This state holiday celebrates King Kamehameha I, who united the Hawaiian Islands. The highlight is a vibrant floral para…

  • Prince Lot Hula Festivalcultural
    July· 50k+ visitors

    Held at the Moanalua Gardens, this non-competitive hula festival is one of Hawaii's oldest and most respected, showcasin…

  • Lantern Floating Hawaiireligious
    May· 50k+ visitors

    Held on Memorial Day at Ala Moana Beach Park, this moving ceremony honors loved ones who have passed away, with thousand…

  • Pearl Harbor Remembrance Daycultural
    December· 5k+ visitors

    On December 7th, solemn ceremonies are held at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial to commemorate the attack that led the…

  • Ukulele Festival Hawaiicultural
    July· 5k+ visitors

    This free annual festival celebrates the ukulele with performances by world-renowned musicians, local talent, and a chil…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Honolulu?

The best weather in Honolulu is from January, June, November, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are January, November, October (20–29 °C).

What is the weather like in Honolulu?

Honolulu has a climate with an overall score of 8.4/10. Annual temperatures range from 20 °C to 29 °C.

What is the hottest month in Honolulu?

The hottest month in Honolulu is July, with average highs of 29 °C and lows of 24 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Honolulu?

The rainiest month in Honolulu is December, with an average of 55 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Honolulu?

Peak season in Honolulu is March, June, July, August, December. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Honolulu?

Shoulder season in Honolulu falls in May. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.