The weather in May in Hawaii
It's warm in May in Hawaii with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 15°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Hawaii. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Hawaii, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2018, Hawaii reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 30 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Hawaii
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Hawaii. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
Hawaii | New York | |
---|---|---|
Average temperature | 25°C | 22°C |
Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 30 mm | 105 mm |
Rainy days | 8 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Hawaii with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 25°C, with nights around 12°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Hawaii is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
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The climate in Hawaii is based on weather data from . Other places, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Hawaii to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Hawaii, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Hawaii
Temperature in May in Hawaii over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Hawaii, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Hawaii
Total precipitation in May in Hawaii over the years
Daily UV index in May in Hawaii
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Hawaii, 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.
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Average weather in Hawaii by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Hawaii. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.