United States Maui Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Maui is very-high
August is very-high for Maui.
August is the absolute Maui peak — US summer school break + tropical heat align. Hotels at year-maximum across every category. August 8 is the somber anniversary of the 2023 Lahaina wildfires — community memorial events, respectful tone expected from visitors.
Hurricane peak season starts — official Central Pacific hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, but the peak threat window for Hawaii is August-September. Most years pass without direct landfall, but Hurricane Iniki (1992) and Hurricane Lane (2018) demonstrate the real risk. Maui historically more exposed than O'ahu. Travel insurance with hurricane cancellation coverage strongly recommended.
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Maui August Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
22°C
Rainy Days
4
15mm total
Sunshine
11h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
12
Extreme
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
27°C
swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
6 μg/m³
PM10
15 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
33°C
Nighttime
24°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Korean summer break overlap
- Calm sea at peak + Molokini peak
- Driest weather pattern
Cons
- Hottest 31°C + UV 12 burn risk
- Hurricane peak season starts
- August 8 Lahaina anniversary respectful tone
August Events & Festivals
- US summer school break peak (mid-August)
- Statehood Day (3rd Friday August)
- Hurricane peak season begins
- August 8 anniversary of 2023 Lahaina wildfires (somber observance)
Maui in August — Full Picture
August is the absolute Maui peak — US summer school break + tropical heat align. Hotels at year-maximum across every category. August 8 is the somber anniversary of the 2023 Lahaina wildfires — community memorial events, respectful tone expected from visitors.
Hurricane peak season starts — official Central Pacific hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, but the peak threat window for Hawaii is August-September. Most years pass without direct landfall, but Hurricane Iniki (1992) and Hurricane Lane (2018) demonstrate the real risk. Maui historically more exposed than O'ahu. Travel insurance with hurricane cancellation coverage strongly recommended.
Korean summer school break (mid-August through Korean Independence Day August 15) drives the year's biggest Korean tourist surge alongside February's Lunar New Year. Korean Air + Asiana + Hawaiian Airlines + United all add additional Seoul-Honolulu flights for the inter-island connection to OGG.
Lahaina post-wildfire respectful tone matters in August — phased reopening continues but the August 8 anniversary brings community memorial events.
The smart August move: target the last week (post-Korean break, pre-Labor Day) for the brief drop in demand. Or accept the peak pricing for the dry-season weather.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hottest tropical. UV 12 protection mandatory. Hurricane-season alertness — pack rain jacket for the rare tropical storm. Fleece for Haleakala summit.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
28°C
19.3°C
5.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current30.7°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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Maui August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Maui?
Maui in August is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Maui in August?
Maui August averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C.
Does it rain much in Maui in August?
Maui August averages 15mm of rainfall over about 4 rainy days.
What should I wear in Maui in August?
Hottest tropical. UV 12 protection mandatory. Hurricane-season alertness — pack rain jacket for the rare tropical storm. Fleece for Haleakala summit.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Maui in August?
Maui August sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 18:55, with 12h 55m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Maui in August?
Maui August air quality (AQI) averages 25, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 6μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Maui in August?
In August, Maui is great for Wailea Beach Path sunset, Haleakala sunrise, Ka'anapali Beach + Cliff Diving Ceremony.
Is August peak season in Maui?
Maui August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. 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.