United States Maui Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Maui is very-high
February is very-high for Maui.
February is the Valentine's honeymoon peak + Pacific Whale Foundation's Maui Whale Festival month — humpback whale season at the absolute peak (the 3rd Saturday is World Whale Day with a free family festival in Kihei). Four Seasons Maui, Andaz Maui, Grand Wailea all sell out 6-8 weeks ahead for the Valentine's-Presidents' Day window.
Weather is identical to January's averages but with noticeably less rain (9 rainy days vs 11) — drier on the dry-coast Wailea + Ka'anapali side. Road to Hana still wet + lush + green.
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Maui February Weather Stats
Avg High
27°C
Avg Low
18°C
Rainy Days
9
70mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
67%
moderate
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
24°C
swimming chilly
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
6 μg/m³
PM10
15 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
28°C
Nighttime
19°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Drier than January + humpback whale peak season
- Maui Whale Festival + World Whale Day free events
- Drier Road to Hana
Cons
- Valentine's honeymoon surge + Presidents' Day weekend peak
- Four Seasons + Andaz sell out 6-8 weeks ahead
- Haleakala summit still alpine-cold 0-5°C
February Events & Festivals
- Valentine's weekend (honeymoon peak)
- Maui Whale Festival (Pacific Whale Foundation, month-long)
- World Whale Day (3rd Sat February, Kihei parade)
- Presidents' Day weekend
Maui in February — Full Picture
February is the Valentine's honeymoon peak + Pacific Whale Foundation's Maui Whale Festival month — humpback whale season at the absolute peak (the 3rd Saturday is World Whale Day with a free family festival in Kihei). Four Seasons Maui, Andaz Maui, Grand Wailea all sell out 6-8 weeks ahead for the Valentine's-Presidents' Day window.
Weather is identical to January's averages but with noticeably less rain (9 rainy days vs 11) — drier on the dry-coast Wailea + Ka'anapali side. Road to Hana still wet + lush + green.
Humpback whale sightings off Ka'anapali, Mokapu Beach, Kapalua are reliable from shore (binoculars help). Whale-watching cruises sell out 2-3 weeks ahead. Pacific Whale Foundation Ka'anapali cruises ($90-120) are the conservation-leader operator.
The smart February move: target the last week (post-Valentine's, post-Presidents' Day) for the brief drop in pricing before the March spring break crowds arrive.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Tropical light + light evening jacket. Drier than January. Fleece still mandatory for Haleakala sunrise.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
28°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)
Current27°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 February a good time to visit Maui?
Maui in February is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Maui in February?
Maui February averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C.
Does it rain much in Maui in February?
Maui February averages 70mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Maui in February?
Tropical light + light evening jacket. Drier than January. Fleece still mandatory for Haleakala sunrise.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Maui in February?
Maui February sunrise is 06:55 and sunset is 18:20, with 11h 25m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Maui in February?
Maui February air quality (AQI) averages 26, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 6μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Maui in February?
In February, Maui is great for Humpback whale watching peak, Wailea Valentine's sunset dining, Haleakala sunrise.
Is February peak season in Maui?
Maui February 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.