When to go to Hawaii? Weather, climate... The best period island by island

Located in the central Pacific, Hawaii is an American archipelago of no less than 137 islands, although we mainly explore the 4 main ones.

The climate is tropical and generally sunny.

In summer, the weather is dry and hot, temperatures fluctuate between 28° and 32°, while in winter, it is rainy but the mercury rarely drops below 19°.

It is advisable to go there from May to October to enjoy the mildest weather.

If you want to leave during a calmer period, choose the months between January and May, perfect for any activity in the heart of nature: hiking, diving, snorkeling... Surfing enthusiasts will prefer to go there in winter, whether locally call

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The waves are the most frequent and most impressive due to tropical episodes that come from the Pacific.

Note that winter and summer, the temperatures are cool at nightfall, it is essential to plan what to cover.

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When is the best time to go to Oahu?

Oahu is home to the capital Honolulu as well as the unmissable Waikiki Beach.

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Oahu is the most inhabited island of the archipelago.

It is home to the capital Honolulu to the east and the famous historic site of Pearl Harbor to the south.

We particularly appreciate visiting it in April/May, a perfect compromise between dry and hot weather on the one hand and humid and rainy weather on the other.

Fans of higher temperatures will prefer to leave between June and September, with temperatures around 32°C.

The water fluctuates between 24° to 27°C in summer, which makes it perfect for water activities, especially at Waikiki Beach.

Adventurers will be able to climb to the top of Diamond Head crater and admire the panoramic view of Honolulu and its surroundings and will not fail to reach Manoa Falls, a naturally much wetter area.

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When is the best time to go to Kauai?

Hawaii's oldest island, Kauai is covered in lush vegetation.

Something to delight hiking enthusiasts.

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In Kauai the weather is favorable all year round.

The hottest months are from May to December, with temperatures ranging from 26 to 28°.

To swim, we like to leave between August and October when the water temperature is highly favorable for water activities such as diving or snorkeling.

Hawaii's oldest island is covered in lush vegetation.

Fans of the great outdoors can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking the Kalalau Trail or admiring the Grand Canyon of the Pacific at Waimea Canyon State Park.

To fully enjoy these beautiful landscapes, the sunniest weather is between May and November.

Note that on rainy days these sites may be closed or more difficult to access.

Mount Waialeale is even known to be the rainiest place on earth, enjoying a very special microclimate.

Leaving in December, you can't miss the famous Festival of Lights and witness the Christmas lights in Waimeia.

In February, you can take part in the Cherry Blossom Festival, which showcases the Japanese culture of the island, through music, cuisine, the art of tea... A must for a certain change of scenery.

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When is the best time to go to Maui?

The second largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago is renowned for its dream beaches and lush valleys.

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Maui is the second largest island in the archipelago.

To visit it, we advise you to leave between the months of April and November when the temperatures are more than pleasant, the average being between 26° and 30°.

Take the car towards the road to Hana, one of the most beautiful in the world, and admire the multiple cliffs and waterfalls you will find along the way.

Another must-see is the Haleakala crater, nicknamed the house of the sun.

It is the perfect place for hiking, at daybreak, for the bravest.

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When is the best time to go to Big Island, Hawaii?

Largest island of the archipelago, Big Island is best visited from June to September.

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The largest island in the archipelago, Big Island is nevertheless often the least popular with travellers.

The climate is ideal all year round but it is best visited from June to September.

The island experiences an average of 11 hours of sunshine per day during this period and the temperatures vary mainly between 25° and 27°.

It is ideal for enjoying beaches like Hapuna Beach or the picturesque Punalu'u Beach with its black sand.

Big Island is best known for its active volcanoes.

Explore them at Hawaii National Volcanoes Park, home to the world's most active volcano, Kilauea.

When hiking in the heights, keep in mind that temperatures drop by 2° every 300 meters reached and it is important to cover up to be able to enjoy in the best conditions.

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