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Waikoloa (HI) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Waikoloa has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The temperature in Waikoloa remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in August to a comfortable 24°C in the coolest month, February.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 17°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Waikoloa has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2821 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Waikoloa shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in June, with an average of 344 mm of precipitation over 17 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 121 mm of rainfall over 15 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Waikoloa Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Waikoloa offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between June (9.7 hours daily) and February (6.8 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Kailua-Kona, the United States of America (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Kailua-Kona, the United States of America (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Forecast for Waikoloa (HI)

Sat   Dec 21
29°C | 18°C
NW 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Sun   Dec 22
28°C | 17°C
NW 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
29°C | 17°C
N 3 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

The best time of year to visit Waikoloa in the United States of America

During the months of January, February, March, April, May, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

The average rainfall figures in Waikoloa are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose July which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Waikoloa?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Waikoloa?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 24°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Waikoloa?
    June tops the wettest month list with 344 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Waikoloa?
    January is the driest month with 121 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Waikoloa?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 290 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.