United States Maui Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Maui is very-high
October is very-high for Maui.
October is widely considered the best month to visit Maui — autumn shoulder season, fewer tourists than any peak window, ideal weather (21-30°C / 70-86°F), hotels at moderate shoulder-season pricing (often 30-40% below summer peak).
Hawaii Food + Wine Festival (mid-October, multiple islands including Maui) — celebrity chef + winemaker events at Wailea + Ka'anapali resorts. Hotels surge for festival weekend but the regular shoulder-season pricing holds outside the festival.
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Maui October Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
21°C
Rainy Days
6
40mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
67%
moderate
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
27°C
swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
6 μg/m³
PM10
15 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
32°C
Nighttime
23°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ideal weather 21-30°C
- Fewer tourists (autumn shoulder)
- Hotel pricing 30-40% below summer peak
- Hawaii Food + Wine Festival
Cons
- Some afternoon rain returning
- Hurricane season ending but not fully closed
- Trade winds picking up
October Events & Festivals
- Hawaii Food + Wine Festival (mid-October, multiple islands)
- Autumn shoulder season
- Korean Liberation Day overlap (early Oct)
Maui in October — Full Picture
October is widely considered the best month to visit Maui — autumn shoulder season, fewer tourists than any peak window, ideal weather (21-30°C / 70-86°F), hotels at moderate shoulder-season pricing (often 30-40% below summer peak).
Hawaii Food + Wine Festival (mid-October, multiple islands including Maui) — celebrity chef + winemaker events at Wailea + Ka'anapali resorts. Hotels surge for festival weekend but the regular shoulder-season pricing holds outside the festival.
Weather pattern shifts noticeably: trade winds bring occasional afternoon showers (still 30-min clear-and-gone pattern, but more frequent than September). Road to Hana enters its wet season transition.
Hurricane season effectively ending (only 1-2 days of historical hurricane activity in October). Haleakala sunrise still requires the recreation.gov reservation but books slightly easier than peak months.
The smart October move: target the first or last week (around Hawaii Food + Wine for foodies, or post-festival for value). Common honeymoon booking window.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Tropical light + light evening layer. Occasional afternoon trade-wind showers starting — packable rain jacket recommended. Fleece for Haleakala.
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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)
Current30°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 October a good time to visit Maui?
Maui in October is very-high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Maui in October?
Maui October averages a high of 30°C and a low of 21°C.
Does it rain much in Maui in October?
Maui October averages 40mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Maui in October?
Tropical light + light evening layer. Occasional afternoon trade-wind showers starting — packable rain jacket recommended. Fleece for Haleakala.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Maui in October?
Maui October sunrise is 06:15 and sunset is 18:00, with 11h 45m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Maui in October?
Maui October air quality (AQI) averages 25, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 6μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Maui in October?
In October, Maui is great for Wailea + Ka'anapali Beach, Haleakala sunrise, Road to Hana.
Is October peak season in Maui?
Maui October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.