Miramar

I realize that Nov-April is considered rainy season in the Hawaiian islands. I have also read that the leeward side of the islands receives less rain than the windward. How common is it in the Waikiki area of Oahu to get rain for several days in a row, as is mentioned can happen during this season? Is Waikiki less likely to receive multiple days of rain since it's leeward? Thanks.

JoyceL

Don't worry about it. It rains everyday, but the rain showers are very short. There is a brief period of heavy rain, followed by sunshine and a rainbow. Sometimes the sun is even shining during the rain.

chepar

It does not necessarily rain every day. While most rain showers are relatively brief, we do have some days that are overcast for most of the day, with showers occurring every few hours.

Waikiki is relatively dry in comparison to other areas of the island - but it's not considered to be on the leeward side of the island.

It's hard to say how common it is to get rains several days in a row - this past winter was the rainiest season we've had for years. It rained all the time. The previous 2-3 years before that, the winters were very dry.

However, I would agree that you shouldn't worry about it.

islandmom

Each year we get about 1 or 2 weeks solid. It hit my family's trip this year Dec-Jan.

travelinandgolfin

I agree. I wouldn't worry about it. Rain in Hawaii, even in our so called rainy season is of no concern at all.

Sure, you could have a bit of bad luck and come during a bad week, but it's highly unlikely.

Just show up and enjoy.

Yes, Waikiki receives less rain since it's on the southern coast. Northern side of most islands get more rain.

MelissaHI

Hawaii is known for its micro-climates. You can drive 15 miles in one direction and get completely different weather. Sometimes it will be pouring near Chinatown, but as you drive to Diamond Head, the weather dries up.

It really is luck of the draw, though. some "winters" can be dry and hot, and others may be rainy. OR, you could have strange weather like we've been having this week--where it's blazing hot for hours and suddenly buckets of rain fall out of the sky!