United States Maui Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Maui is very-high
April is very-high for Maui.
April is widely considered the best month to visit Maui — ideal weather (19-28°C / 66-82°F), fewer tourists than the Christmas-NYE-Valentine's peak, dry season starting, and hotels at moderate shoulder-season pricing (often 30-40% below peak season).
Humpback whale season is ending — last whales depart for Alaska by April 20. Pacific Whale Foundation runs daily cruises through mid-April. Mokapu Beach + Kapalua shore-spotting still works the first 2 weeks.
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Maui April Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
19°C
Rainy Days
5
30mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
64%
moderate
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
25°C
swimming
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
6 μg/m³
PM10
14 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
29°C
Nighttime
20°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ideal weather 19-28°C + dry season starts
- Fewer tourists than Christmas-NYE peak
- Last 2 weeks of whale season
Cons
- Easter surge if dates align
- Pre-Korean-Golden-Week pricing climbing late April
- UV jumps to 10 (extreme)
April Events & Festivals
- Easter weekend (varies)
- Humpback whale season ends (last whales depart by April 20)
- Korean Golden Week starts late April
Maui in April — Full Picture
April is widely considered the best month to visit Maui — ideal weather (19-28°C / 66-82°F), fewer tourists than the Christmas-NYE-Valentine's peak, dry season starting, and hotels at moderate shoulder-season pricing (often 30-40% below peak season).
Humpback whale season is ending — last whales depart for Alaska by April 20. Pacific Whale Foundation runs daily cruises through mid-April. Mokapu Beach + Kapalua shore-spotting still works the first 2 weeks.
Road to Hana enters dry season conditions — waterfalls still flowing but trails drier + safer. Wai'anapanapa State Park reservation still mandatory. Hamoa Beach swim-friendly.
Korean Golden Week (late April - early May overlap) sees flight prices from Seoul start climbing 30-40% — book April flights 8-10 weeks ahead from Korea.
The smart April move: target the first 3 weeks (pre-Korean Golden Week, post-Easter) for the year's best weather-to-price combination on Maui.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Tropical light. Dry season starting — minimal rain. Sea 25°C / 77°F comfortable swimming. UV climbing to 10 (extreme) — reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+ every 2 hours. Fleece for Haleakala.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current28°C
19.3°C
5.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
30.7°C
21.7°C
3.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
30°C
21°C
6/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
27°C
18.3°C
10/mo
Maui Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27° | 18° | 11d·90mm | 7h | 68% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| February (Best) | 27° | 18° | 9d·70mm | 8h | 67% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 27° | 19° | 7d·55mm | 8h | 66% | 9 | Busy | Shoulder |
| April (Best) | 28° | 19° | 5d·30mm | 9h | 64% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder |
| May (Best) | 29° | 20° | 5d·25mm | 10h | 64% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 30° | 21° | 3d·10mm | 11h | 62% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 31° | 22° | 3d·8mm | 11h | 64% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 31° | 22° | 4d·15mm | 11h | 65% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 31° | 22° | 4d·20mm | 10h | 65% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| October (Best) | 30° | 21° | 6d·40mm | 9h | 67% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| November (Best) | 29° | 20° | 8d·65mm | 8h | 69% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 27° | 19° | 10d·90mm | 7h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Maui?
Maui in April is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Maui in April?
Maui April averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C.
Does it rain much in Maui in April?
Maui April averages 30mm of rainfall over about 5 rainy days.
What should I wear in Maui in April?
Tropical light. Dry season starting — minimal rain. Sea 25°C / 77°F comfortable swimming. UV climbing to 10 (extreme) — reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+ every 2 hours. Fleece for Haleakala.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Maui in April?
Maui April sunrise is 06:20 and sunset is 18:35, with 12h 15m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Maui in April?
Maui April air quality (AQI) averages 24, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 6μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Maui in April?
In April, Maui is great for Wailea + Ka'anapali Beach (peak), Haleakala sunrise, Road to Hana (drying).
Is April peak season in Maui?
Maui April crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.