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Trade winds are pushing across Maui right now and staying breezy through tomorrow. Windward slopes and peaks will see scattered showers; the leeward side stays mostly dry. Rough seas mean a Small Craft Advisory is in effect through Tuesday evening.
A tropical disturbance southeast of the islands is likely to become a tropical storm by mid-week and approach the state Thursday through Saturday. The track remains uncertain. Late this week, winds will increase across Maui, with summit gusts potentially exceeding 70 mph on Haleakala. The Big Island—especially Hilo and Puna—faces the highest risk of heavy rain and flooding if the storm tracks close.
Leeward beaches and snorkeling work best today through Tuesday. Avoid summit hikes and offshore water sports Thursday through Saturday.
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Current Kahului Area Weather Snapshot
Microclimate Conditions
The West Maui Mountains and Haleakala carve Maui into very different microclimates. The leeward (south/west) side around Lahaina, Kihei, and Wailea stays sunny and dry; the windward (northeast) side around Hana and Paia gets more rain and lush green scenery. Here's what each side looks like right now.
Source: Open-Meteo model point estimates. Sustained wind and gusts are local, not islandwide observations; official watches and warnings take priority.
Live Weather Radar
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7-Day Kahului Area Forecast
Source: Open-Meteo model forecast for Kahului (OGG). Each condition is the day's most severe modeled signal, which may be brief; it is not a whole-island forecast. Check NWS Honolulu for official watches and warnings.
Valley Isle Weather
Maui weather patterns change dramatically depending on where you are on the island, as Maui hosts a large number of microclimates. Within a few miles, the average rainfall on Maui can change by several inches very quickly. Let's take a closer look at what areas of Maui are the driest and wettest, as this will help you decide where to stay during your Maui vacation or trip. For more information about the best time to visit the island, be sure to check out our When to Visit Maui article.
"Great weather" is often defined as sunny and warm - and if so, Maui is definitely the place for great weather. As a bonus, the majority of the accommodations on Maui are located in very dry and sunny areas. Other locations, especially along the northeast coastline, are very wet and lush. Depending on your personal preferences, one location should be easy to select over another.
First, we should point out that even in the wettest locations on Maui, rain is hit and miss. One minute it may be raining, and the next the sun is back out - usually with a beautiful rainbow to boot! It's hard to say the wet areas are less desirable than the drier ones because, in our opinion, the lushness is something we WANT to be around; so we tend to select wetter locations on purpose. However, other visitors may prefer sunny and dry weather.
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Average Maui Temperature & Precipitation
Each month shows the normal daily high / low temperature and monthly precipitation at the named airport station. These are 1991–2020 climate averages, not forecasts or whole-island averages. Scroll across the table to see every month.
| Airport location | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahului, Maui Airport station · USW00022516 |
82.2 / 63.6°F 2.42 in. | 82.2 / 63.8°F 2.00 in. | 82.9 / 65.1°F 2.64 in. | 84.5 / 66.6°F 1.32 in. | 86.5 / 67.7°F 0.71 in. | 88.3 / 70.3°F 0.17 in. | 89.2 / 71.8°F 0.53 in. | 89.9 / 72.3°F 0.53 in. | 90.0 / 71.2°F 0.45 in. | 88.7 / 70.1°F 0.83 in. | 85.8 / 68.4°F 1.81 in. | 83.3 / 65.9°F 2.80 in. |
Source: NOAA NCEI monthly normals, checked September 15, 2026 (UTC). Values retain NOAA's published precision. Rainfall and temperature can differ sharply elsewhere on each island. Use the current forecast and Travel Alerts for daily plans.
Kahului, Maui monthly climate normals
1991–2020 airport averages. Exact values and the NOAA source are in the table above.
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Maui Weather Patterns
Maui's northeast trade winds are generally more persistent in summer. Winter fronts and Kona storms can bring prolonged rain and flooding, as the National Weather Service climate summary explains. Before driving the Road to Hana or visiting a waterfall, check the current forecast and Travel Alerts; stronger waterfall flow is not a sign that entering the water is safe.
So where are the areas with the driest weather and most sunshine year round? Using the map below will help you visualize which areas are driest. Here's our list, driest to wettest.
- On the South Shore, Kihei, Wailea, and Makena are very dry areas that average just a few meager inches of rain a year. In the center of the island, Kahului is also very dry. Accommodations are abundant in these areas.
- Moving north, Kaanapali is your next best bet, receiving slightly more than the areas south of town. Naturally, the further north you go from Kaanapali towards Kapalua, the more rain you'll experience; though it's still a very small amount. Again, accommodations are abundant here, as well.
- Most locations Upcountry (around Kula) receive 30"-40" (76-102 cm) a year. If you plan to spend a lot of time in Haleakala National Park, this is a good area in which to look for accommodations, although your options are somewhat limited.
- Moving up to the windward (northeast) coastline, you'll begin to experience more rain the further east and mauka (inland) you go. For example, Paia receives about 40"-60" (102-152 cm) a year, whereas towns just to the east of Paia may receive up to 160" (406 cm) a year, a fairly impressive jump in such a short geographic area. Your accommodations in these areas are often limited to small Inns and B&Bs. This is actually our favorite area to stay because of its proximity to the Hana Highway and Upcountry Maui. Plus, we love the lush scenery.
- If you're planning to stay in or around Hana for a night or two while exploring the Hana Highway, then rain is fairly likely, especially at night. Hana town itself isn't that wet (80" [203 cm] annually), but the areas surrounding it can be, especially near the Oheo Gulch.
Hopefully, you now have a better idea of what the weather is like on Maui, and which areas offer the weather conditions you prefer. It's really hard to select a bad area on Maui, but you can now make the best choice for you and your travel party. Also, be sure to check out our Where to Stay on Maui article for more specific Maui travel tips.
Storm planning for Maui
Central Pacific hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30. Heavy rain and flooding can also occur outside that season, and a hurricane does not have to make landfall to disrupt a trip.
2026 context: NWS reported major March 2026 storm impacts on southern Maui; state officials also documented Lowell-related high-water and coastal-road disruption in Maui County in September.
Use Hurricane Alerts, Travel Alerts, and NWS Honolulu alongside this climate guide. Confirm access with the managing agency or your activity provider after a storm; improving weather alone does not mean roads, parks, trails, or ocean activities have reopened.
Maui Rainfall Map
More information about Hawaii weather can be found within our Hawaii Weather and Climate Patterns article or on our new Hawaii Weather page.
