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Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
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| Temp (°C) | 30° 25° | 30° 25° | 30° 24° | 30° 24° | 30° 24° | 30° 23° | 28° 22° |
| Precipitation | 14% | 16% | 14% | 2% | 3% | 26% | 42% |
| Humidity | 69% | 70% | 69% | 69% | 68% | 69% | 77% |
| Wind | 18 km/h | 19 km/h | 19 km/h | 20 km/h | 19 km/h | 18 km/h | 9 km/h |
Best time to visit Big Island
The best times to visit the Big Island are January, April, May, September and October, with warm conditions and generally manageable local showers. June to September, and October to November, carry hurricane risk, while northern surf is largest from November to March.
JanuaryTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)49Sun Hours8Dry Days21
January is warm at 20-26°C, with variable rain and large north-shore surf. Humpback whales are active, while snow can reach the highest summits.
FebruaryTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)45Sun Hours8Dry Days19
February reaches 20-26°C, with rain systems, powerful north-shore surf and snowy high summits. Humpback whales are active in surrounding waters.
MarchTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)49Sun Hours8Dry Days20
March is warm at 20-26°C, with changeable showers and heavy north-shore swells. Humpback whales are highly active, and high summits can be snowy.
AprilTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)33Sun Hours9Dry Days18
April reaches 20-27°C, with local showers and variable surf. Windward districts can be rainy, while the highest summits may retain snow.
MayTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)34Sun Hours9Dry Days20
May is warm at 21-29°C, with dry conditions around Kona and Waikoloa and showers around Hilo. Beaches, scenic drives and volcano visits suit the month.
JuneTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)22Sun Hours10Dry Days17
June reaches 21-29°C, with dry leeward weather and showers around Hilo and windward slopes. Hurricane risk affects the month, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
JulyTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)18Sun Hours11Dry Days19
July is hot at 22-30°C, with rain possible around Kona and local showers in windward districts. Hurricane risk affects the month, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
AugustTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)27Sun Hours11Dry Days20
August is hot at 22-30°C, with dry leeward areas and showers on windward slopes. Hurricane risk affects the month, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
SeptemberTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)38Sun Hours10Dry Days18
September reaches 22-30°C, with a Kona rain peak and local showers near Hilo and windward slopes. Hurricane risk affects the month, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
OctoberTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)50Sun Hours9Dry Days20
October is warm at 22-29°C, with generally dry leeward weather and showers in windward districts. Hurricane risk affects the month, and high summits can be snowy.
NovemberTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)56Sun Hours8Dry Days20
November is warm at 21-28°C, with variable rain and large north-shore swells. Hurricane risk affects the month, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip; humpback whales begin returning.
DecemberTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)54Sun Hours8Dry Days21
December reaches 20-27°C, with rain systems, large north-shore surf and snowy high summits. Humpback whales are present in surrounding waters.
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Brief
- Big Island is large and mountainous, so allow substantial driving time between Hilo, Kona, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, and the Kohala coast. Roads can be winding, remote, and poorly lit at night.
- Popular local foods and drinks to try include poke, laulau, kalua pig, loco moco, malasadas, fresh tropical fruit, and Kona coffee.
- Ocean conditions can change quickly. Use lifeguarded beaches where possible, avoid entering the water near strong currents or large surf, and keep away from lava coastlines and unstable cliffs.
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and other volcanic areas may have changing trails, closures, fumes, or unstable ground. Follow posted restrictions and official park guidance.
Safety and health
- Rat lungworm disease is rare but potentially severe on the Big Island. Eat snails, slugs, freshwater animals, frogs, and crustaceans only when thoroughly cooked, and wash raw produce carefully, especially leafy greens. (
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Recent News
- September 5: Hurricane Lowell was forecast to bring high surf to Big Island shores, with waves up to about 14 feet on some east and south-facing coasts, along with possible heavy rain. Avoid exposed shorelines, swimming, small-boat trips, and coastal roads during advisories. (
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- September 5: Kona International Airport’s runway reopened after a crack caused a temporary closure, flight diversions, and disruptions. Check directly with airlines for schedule changes. (
bigislandnow.com)
- September 3: The federal government approved a major disaster declaration for the magnitude 6.0 earthquake that struck the island in May. Recovery work and localized damage may continue to affect some communities and infrastructure. (
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- September 4: Hawaiʻi health officials shut down Waikoloa Restaurant & Bar because of a rodent infestation. The closure is specific to that establishment, but visitors should use licensed venues with good food-handling conditions. (
