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Top sights in Maui
- Haleakalā National Park – National park of the United States
- Molokini – Islet in Maui County, Hawaii
- ʻĪao Valley – Valley in the West Maui Mountains
- Kaʻanapali Beach – Beach in Maui County, Hawaii, United States
- Wailea – Census-designated place in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
Well-known landmarks, each checked against Wikidata (CC0), which also supplies the one-line descriptions. The bookable tours below are the second layer: guided ways to see them.
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Best time to visit
April to May and September to October bring warm weather, calmer seas and lower prices between the two peak seasons. Mid-December to March is the busiest and most expensive period, but it is also when humpback whales gather offshore. Summer is warm and dry on the leeward side. The windward side and the road to Hana are wetter year-round, and hurricane season runs through late summer and autumn, though direct hits are rare.
How many days you need
Five to seven days is a comfortable stay. That allows a sunrise or sunset at Haleakalā, a full day on the road to Hana, snorkeling at Molokini or along the south and west coasts, time in the historic towns and plenty of beach days. Shorter visits mean choosing between the volcano and the Hana drive.
Getting around
A rental car is essential, as the resort areas, the volcano, Hana and the upcountry towns are far apart and public buses are limited. Book cars early for peak season. Sunrise at the Haleakalā summit requires a timed reservation made in advance. The road to Hana is narrow and winding with many one-lane bridges; start early, allow a full day and pull over to let local traffic pass.
What to skip
Resort fees and parking charges add substantially to the advertised room rates, so check the total before booking. Reef-safe sunscreen is required by local law, and ordinary sunscreen can be confiscated or unsold on the island. Do not touch or approach sea turtles and other marine life, and respect areas that remain closed or sensitive after the Lahaina wildfires.
Where to stay in Maui
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Best time to visit Maui
The most comfortable months in Maui are April to May and September to October, with average daytime highs of 63 to 68°F (17 to 20°C) and 18 to 26 rainy days a month. July is the hottest month, averaging 69°F (21°C), and February the coolest at 60°F (16°C). May sees the most rain, around 26 days, while July is the driest with about 14.
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| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain (about, mm) | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 49°F (9°C) | 60 | 18 | Shoulder: 62°F (17°C), 18 rainy days |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 48°F (9°C) | 60 | 23 | Shoulder: 60°F (16°C), 23 rainy days |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 49°F (9°C) | 80 | 25 | Avoid: among the wettest, 25 rainy days |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 50°F (10°C) | 50 | 24 | Best: 24 rainy days |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 40 | 26 | Best: 26 rainy days |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 30 | 19 | Shoulder: 67°F (19°C), 19 rainy days |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 54°F (12°C) | 30 | 14 | Shoulder: 69°F (21°C), 14 rainy days |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 55°F (13°C) | 40 | 17 | Shoulder: 69°F (21°C), 17 rainy days |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 55°F (13°C) | 40 | 18 | Best: 18 rainy days |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 54°F (12°C) | 60 | 22 | Best: 22 rainy days |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 60 | 22 | Shoulder: 65°F (18°C), 22 rainy days |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 51°F (11°C) | 70 | 22 | Shoulder: 63°F (17°C), 22 rainy days |
Average daily high and low, and days with rain (a day with at least 1 mm), from Open-Meteo ERA5 records for 2019-2024. Highlighted rows are the pick above. Verdicts use only these numbers.
Rainfall: NASA POWER monthly normals. Sea temperature: NOAA daily satellite data.
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Maui: common questions
- When is the best time to visit Maui?
- The best time to visit Maui is April to May and September to October, when average highs run 63 to 68°F (17 to 20°C) with 18 to 26 rainy days a month. July is the hottest month at 69°F (21°C) on average, and February the coolest at 60°F (16°C).
- What is the rainiest month in Maui?
- May, with roughly 26 days of rain. The driest is July, with about 14. A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain; figures are averages from 2019-2024 records.
- How warm does it get in Maui?
- July is the warmest month, averaging 69°F (21°C) by day and 54°F (12°C) at night. February is the coolest, at 60°F (16°C) by day and 48°F (9°C) at night.
- What is the rainy season in Maui?
- The wettest months in Maui are February to May and October to December, with 22 to 26 rainy days a month. July is the driest.
- When can you see whales near Maui?
- Mid-December to March is the busiest and most expensive period, but it is also when humpback whales gather offshore.
- When is hurricane season in Maui?
- The windward side and the road to Hana are wetter year-round, and hurricane season runs through late summer and autumn, though direct hits are rare.
- How many days do you need in Maui?
- Five to seven days is a comfortable stay. That allows a sunrise or sunset at Haleakalā, a full day on the road to Hana, snorkeling at Molokini or along the south and west coasts, time in the historic towns and plenty of beach days. Shorter visits mean choosing between the volcano and the Hana drive.
- How do I get around Maui?
- A rental car is essential, as the resort areas, the volcano, Hana and the upcountry towns are far apart and public buses are limited. Book cars early for peak season. Sunrise at the Haleakalā summit requires a timed reservation made in advance. The road to Hana is narrow and winding with many one-lane bridges; start early, allow a full day and pull over to let local traffic pass.
- Is it safe to travel to United States right now?
- Voyaggora shows the official US, UK and Canada travel advisories for United States on one page, with the source and the time each was last checked. Open the live advisory for United States before you book.
- What other places are near Maui?
- The closest Voyaggora guides to Maui are Honolulu (110 miles), San Francisco (2,340 miles), Los Angeles (2,490 miles).
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