Honolulu Weather

One of the greatest aspects of the city of Honolulu is its amazingly pleasant and enjoyable weather. The city is situated about 2,143 miles (3,450 km) from North America. The longitude and latitude of Honolulu has as a great influence on Honolulu Weather; it’s location at 21 degrees north latitude and 157 degrees west longitude suggests a "subtropical" position.

The ocean surrounding Honolulu gives it its characteristically gentle climate, ranging from 59 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit (15 to 32 degrees Celsius).

The northeast wind keeps the average warmth of Honolulu at a temperate level. Its location near the equator keeps the daylight hours consistent throughout the year. From season to season, temperature fluctuations are relatively constant as well.

Seasons in Honolulu are limited to Winter and Summer. The delightfully balmy summer features

moderate heat and humidity. The winter season typically sees more precipitation but spectacular rainbows frequently follow the rains.

August is typically the hottest month of the year in Honolulu while February is the coldest.

The average temperature of Honolulu is:

• Summer (Low): 70°F - 73.5°F
• Summer (High): 84°F - 87°F
• Winter (Low): 65°F - 69°F
• Winter (High): 70°F - 73.5°F
• Standard Wind Speed: 10.8

Standard yearly Precipitation: Typically, December is considered as the "wettest" month of the year. The average yearly rainfall for Honolulu is 69.6 inches. The precipitation alters noticeably in various parts of the city of Honolulu. For instance, the shore of Waikiki averages about 26 inches of rainfall while the "Lyon Arboretum" region of the upper Manoa Valley averages 159 inches.