United StatesAverage weather for Honolulu in May
It's warm in May in Honolulu with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Honolulu with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 23°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 30°C, with nights around 24°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Honolulu is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Honolulu is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
In May, there is an average of 26 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Honolulu in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
30°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
26 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
5 days | 14 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Honolulu?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Honolulu. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2019, Honolulu reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Honolulu
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Honolulu, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Honolulu
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Honolulu, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in Honolulu.
Daily UV index in May in Honolulu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Honolulu, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Honolulu over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Honolulu, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Honolulu over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Honolulu, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Honolulu
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Average weather in Honolulu by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Honolulu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
