Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High28.2°C
Low20.8°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
United States Honolulu, United States
Honolulu has a mild year-round climate with average temperatures ranging from 24°C / 76°F in February to 28°C / 83°F in September.
Annual rainfall patterns show an average of 35 mm / 1.4 inches per month, with March being the wettest (57 mm / 2.2 inches) and September the driest (20 mm / 0.79 inches).
UV peaks in July (index 9) and drops to its lowest in December (index 6); strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Expect approximately 13.4 hours of daylight during June and around 10.9 hours in December.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Honolulu.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
57 mm
March carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
Very High (8.2)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
11 hrsto13 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
17 km/h
July is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
72 %to74 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Honolulu, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Honolulu compares
See how it ranks against the rest of United States for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in United States
#4 / 20
COOLEST (AVG)
in United States
#20 / 20
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in United States
#16 / 20
WINDIEST (AVG)
in United States
#1 / 20
HIGHEST UV
in United States
#1 / 20
MOST HUMID
in United States
#10 / 20
Short term outlook
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Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Honolulu feel over the year?
On a typical year, you can expect highs around 26°C (79°F) and lows near 23°C (73°F). Conditions usually feel warm in the daytime and warm once the sun goes down. You may notice some humidity at times. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Honolulu for dry weather?
The driest month is usually September, with around 20 mm (0.79 in) of rain. Most other months sit somewhere in between, with a mix of dry and showery days.
When is sun exposure strongest in Honolulu?
UV tends to peak in July, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Honolulu humid?
It can feel humid, especially in the warmer months, when humidity can climb to around 74%. Light, breathable fabrics help a lot on muggy days.
Is Honolulu a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 17 km/h (11 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 65 km/h (40 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
How much daylight does Honolulu get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.