It does not have the extremes of cold winters and summer heat waves and it usually does not have hurricanes and hailstorms. However, Hawaii's tallest peaks do get their share of winter blizzards, ice, and snow. Highest temperatures may reach into the 90s.
Why is it so hot in Hawaii right now?
Honolulu's daytime highs normally averages 88 degrees. In September, 27 out of 30 days had temperatures higher than 88, adding up to a month average a degree higher than normal. One of the reason for the hot days is our warm waters. The ocean around Hawaii has also been slightly higher than normal.
Is Hawaii too hot in the summer?
Hawaii is blessed with sunshine virtually all year-round, so any time would be a great time for a visit. Temperature changes are minor: During the summer, the average daytime temperature is 85°; in the winter, it's 78°. Even near-shore ocean temperatures don't vary that much, averaging 74° throughout the year.
Is Hawaii uncomfortably hot?
How long does it stay hot in Hawaii?
In practical terms, there are only 2 seasons: the summer months (called Kau in Hawaiian) that extend from May to October and the winter months (Hooilo) that run from November to April. The average daytime summer temperature at sea level is 85 degrees F.
What’s the hottest city in the US?
1. Miami, Florida – avg. 78.7°F and 343.57 hours of sun per month. It's official – Miami is the hottest city in the United States!
What’s the rainiest month in Hawaii?
DecemberHawaii's rainy season lasts from October to March, with Hawaii's rainiest month being December.
Will Hawaii survive climate change?
In Hawai'i, average temperatures could increase by as much as 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit in 2024, and up to 7.2° F at sea level by the end of the century. We can expect this to severely affect our communities, ecosystems, and economy.