Time of Year for Hawaii
Jun 6th, 2003, 11:14 AM
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Time of Year for Hawaii
Planning a vacation in Hawaii for our 25th anniversary and wanted to know what time of year should we be considering our trip. Do they have a rainy season? Any information would be helpful - but right now we are deciding when.
Jun 6th, 2003, 11:24 AM
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We just got back on May 25 after 2 weeks in Hawaii. It was hot and humid. The temperatures were in the high 80's but the humidity was terrible!!!!! We had some nice breezes and not hardly any rain. We have been 2 times before both in March and it was beautiful.
Jun 6th, 2003, 11:28 AM
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There are only two seasons in Hawaii, Summer and Winter. We like to go in winter (Feb and March) to escape the cold Northeast. Each Hawaiian island has its own microclimate, for example in Kauai's winter, best weather is in the south, whereas in summer northern Kauai is nice. In my opinion the weather (usually near 80 degrees F) there is usually a lot better than what we have in the northeast, winter or summer. The ocean surf tends to be rougher in Hawaii's winter (October-April) with more rain, so you may not be able to do every possible boat activity (e.g. snorkeling or sightseeing cruise) that you could do in the summer. In our three visits to Hawaii (Maui, Kauai, Oahu, Big Island)in the past three years in Feb-March, it did not rain for more than an hour 2, and we could usually escape the rain by driving to another part of the island.
Jun 6th, 2003, 11:33 AM
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We usually go to Maui every July and find the temps in the mid-80's. We have never really noticed extreme humidity - absolutely no comparison to areas of the SE U.S. or Mexico. The trade winds and occasional light showers tend to help keep you comfortable. Also, it depends on what end of the island that you will be staying on. For instance, the area of Kapalua on Maui gets more moisture than say Kihei or Makena were we stay. Travel agents can probably steer you in the right direction depending on what island and area that you plan to visit. Any time of the year in Hawaii is great fun!
Jun 6th, 2003, 11:37 AM
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Temperatures don't vary much from month to month but January and February tend to get more rain. There is always a slight chance of a hurricane in the fall and we have in general found it cloudier in fall than during springtime. Summer is fine but there would be more children then if that is a concern. In my opinion, late March thru April is the ideal time
Jun 6th, 2003, 11:44 AM
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I was pleasantly surprised at how nice it was in Waikiki last summer (Aug 1-10). It was hot, dry, and not too humid (I don't like excessive heat). with the trade winds keeping things comfortable. I wouldn't hesitate going back in the summer. Summer is their dry season. If I could go anytime, I would choose April or May because you're out of the rainy season, and your not into the busy summer travel season (less kids.
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Jun 6th, 2003, 02:05 PM
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Anytime is great to be in Hawaii. There are small variances in the weather (a bit more rainy in the winter and a bit more humid in the summer), but so much that it is worth changing your schedule for. Just go and enjoy. If it rains just appreciate that is what makes the islands green.
Jun 6th, 2003, 02:07 PM
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My favorite time is Oct-Feb. Whale watching is great (can sometimes start in Nov. - can usually see the whales from many of the hotel shorelines) just wonderful and the crowds aren't as bed. Summer months are terrible crowd wise. If it rains it only lasts for about 15 mins or less. Congrats on your anniversary!
Jun 8th, 2003, 05:49 AM
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I got back from Maui on May 28, similar to Azangie above who returned from Hawaii on May 25. I don't know where Azangie was staying in Hawaii but I was in Maui and the weather was nothing like Azangie experienced. According to the daily paper, the Maui News, the daily high temperature ranged from 82 to 85, the humidity was moderate (in the 60's), and the trade winds kept things nice and cool. The ALL TIME record high temperature for each day varied between 89 and 91.
According to CNN weather the high on Maui today (June 8) will be 85.
According to CNN weather the high on Maui today (June 8) will be 85.
Jun 9th, 2003, 09:53 AM
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I got married in Hawaii in the beginning of October and the weather was beautiful in both the Big Island and Maui. Kaui wasn't bad althought it rained a few days but Kaui gets more rain then the other islands anyway.
Have a wonderful time Believe me you will not want to come home!
Have a wonderful time Believe me you will not want to come home!
Jun 9th, 2003, 12:47 PM
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I was in Maui from 11-21 May and agree that it felt warm and humid to me and I'm from Houston! We went for my niece's wedding, but on our prior trips we have been there in April or November which I remember as cooler and less humid. However, I don't think there is ever a BAD time to go to Hawaii!
Jun 9th, 2003, 03:43 PM
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I lived in Hawaii for three years and remember a six month period (Nov 81 thru May 82)when it rained every single day! That was terrible. So yes, you have a better chance of rain in the winter period, but there were days in August that were extremely hot. So I would go for the winter months.
Jun 9th, 2003, 08:51 PM
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He meant that there is a better CHANCE of rain, but it's not necessarily rainy all the time in the winter. In fact, this weekend we had torrential rains and a tornado in central Oahu. (On the east shore, however, it was sunny & hot with incredible surf and blue blue blue water. Basically, most of the time you will find the weather is fabulous in Hawaii. Just come and see for yourself!
Jun 9th, 2003, 08:54 PM
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I agree with Rusty (from the earlier post). Just returned (May 4 - 20)from Waikiki, Kauai, and Maui and never noticed the humidity. Waikiki was probably the hottest but humidity wasn't a problem. Kauai was the coolest (actually got a little cold a couple times while in the pool).
Jun 10th, 2003, 03:17 AM
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Obviously different people have different sensitivity to heat and humidity. What is hot and humid to one person might be just right for another person. But I am surprised that someone from Houston would find Maui in May to be too hot or too humid.
I notice that the forecast for Maui today (June 10) is 84 with 78% humidity while Houston is 94 with 92% humidity.
I notice that the forecast for Maui today (June 10) is 84 with 78% humidity while Houston is 94 with 92% humidity.
Jun 10th, 2003, 06:10 AM
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Rusty, I didn't say it was TOO hot and humid (you expect heat and humidity in Houston). I just didn't find it as comfortable as on my previous visits. In the shade, it was fine; but out in the sun, I was a bit uncomfortable during the hottest part of the day. But I suffered thru it and had a fabulous time!
