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Hawaii Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hawaii, the United States of America in October.

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Planning a trip to Hawaii, the United States of America this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Hawaii in October

Hawaii, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in Hawaii generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Volcano to 30°C (86°F) in Wailuku. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Wailuku and 17°C (63°F) in Volcano. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Hawaii, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Maunaloa with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Captain Cook with 418 mm (16 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Kihei enjoys about 249 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Hawaii by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hawaii — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kihei)

January26°C (79°F) February26°C (79°F) March26°C (79°F) April27°C (81°F) May28°C (82°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October29°C (84°F) November28°C (82°F) December27°C (81°F)
Best Time to Visit Hawaii →

Best Places to Visit in Hawaii in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Hawaii.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Hawaii

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Hawaii, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Hawaii (October)

Precipitation variation in Hawaii (October)

Kihei

In October Kihei generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
249 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kihei →

Lahaina

In October Lahaina generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
249 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lahaina →

Honolulu

In October Honolulu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
244 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Honolulu →

Princeville

In October Princeville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
209 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Princeville →

Koloa

In October Koloa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
209 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Koloa →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Hawaii, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Hawaii in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kihei 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Lahaina 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Honolulu 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Princeville 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Koloa 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Kapaa 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Hawaii weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hawaii, the United States of America in October?

Hawaii, the United States of America typically experiences perfect weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kihei average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Hawaii, the United States of America in October?

Average temperatures in Hawaii, the United States of America during October range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Kihei.

Does Hawaii, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Hawaii, the United States of America during October, with Kihei averaging close to 38 mm (1.5 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Hawaii, the United States of America?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Hawaii, the United States of America with overall perfect weather in Kihei. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Kihei. In contrast, August tends to have tolerable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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