Honolulu weather in May (Hawaii, United States of America)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Honolulu this May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The weather in Honolulu is usually perfect in May, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 27°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 23°C.

Precipitation

Honolulu in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. You can typically expect 9 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 281 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Honolulu climate page with graphs.

 

Honolulu, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Water Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 30%  

Precipitation 28 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 66%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 281 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 69%  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 25°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Honolulu.

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