End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Big Island in April
Little changes in Big Island from March: highs stay near 52°F (11°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), and about 7.6 in (192 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 51/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 52°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 39°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 7.6 in (192 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 51/100 · Fair
What April feels like
Afternoons only reach about 52°F (11°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights cool to an average low of 39°F (4°C).
Expect regular rain: about 7.6 in (192 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around April
April is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, February – April.
- Comfort improves from 45/100 in March to 51/100.
- April sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Hawaii Paradise route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Insulated jackethighs only 52°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.6 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Big Island in April
With 7.6 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Tex Drive In
Roadside drive-in since 1968, famous for hot filled malasadas off Highway 19 on the Hamakua coast.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.6 in of rain.
The Rim at Volcano House
Park lodge dining room with windows over Halemaʻumaʻu crater.
Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station
Stargazing at 9,200 ft on one of the world's top observatory peaks.
Greenwell Farms
Family Kona coffee farm with free tours and tastings.
Why now Easy to slot in when April's rain moves in.
Kīlauea Iki Trail
4-mile loop through rainforest and across a still-steaming crater floor.
Nearby in April
- Maui in April~97 mi · highs 69°F, 1.9 in rain · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, drier
- Kailua & Lanikai in April~185 mi · highs 76°F, 1.7 in rain · 13°C (24°F) warmer by day, drier
- Waikiki in April~185 mi · highs 78°F, 2.1 in rain · 14°C (26°F) warmer by day, drier
- Oahu in April~200 mi · highs 76°F, 2.1 in rain · 13°C (24°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,145 m to Big Island's ~2,652 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Big Island in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Big Island?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 51/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are June – October. Expect highs of 52°F (11°C) and 7.6 in (192 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Oct window our Hawaii Paradise route recommends.
How cold is Big Island in April?
Average highs are 52°F (11°C) and average lows 39°F (4°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Big Island in April?
Yes: about 7.6 in (192 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 71.5 in (1816 mm).
What should I pack for Big Island in April?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 52°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.6 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Big Island
Routes in season in April
- Hawaii Paradise Apr – Oct
Planning Big Island in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.