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

Curious about the May weather in Honolulu? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Honolulu the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 27°C, while night temperatures can drop to 23°C.

Honolulu in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 9 days.

With around 281 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 28 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 281 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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 in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Honolulu in May?

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 in May.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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