Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Big Island in June
Big Island sees its driest month, with just 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain, highs of 56°F (13°C) and lows of 42°F (5°C).
June opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 69/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 56°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 4.2 in (106 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 10 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What June feels like
Highs near 56°F (13°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 42°F (5°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.2 in (106 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around June
June is one of Big Island's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: June – October.
- Longest days of the year, about 13 h 10 min of daylight.
- Comfort improves from 62/100 in May to 69/100.
- June sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Hawaii Paradise route recommends.
What to pack for June
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 42°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Big Island in June
June is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
ʻAkaka Falls State Park
Short loop through rainforest to a 442-ft waterfall north of Hilo.
Why now June scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station
Stargazing at 9,200 ft on one of the world's top observatory peaks.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 4.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Tex Drive In
Roadside drive-in since 1968, famous for hot filled malasadas off Highway 19 on the Hamakua coast.
Café 100
Hilo diner that has served loco moco since 1946.
Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park
Restored royal grounds and place of refuge on a lava shoreline.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in June
- Maui in June~97 mi · highs 71°F, 1.1 in rain · 9°C (15°F) warmer by day, drier
- Kailua & Lanikai in June~185 mi · highs 79°F, 1.0 in rain · 13°C (23°F) warmer by day, drier
- Waikiki in June~185 mi · highs 81°F, 1.5 in rain · 14°C (26°F) warmer by day, drier
- Oahu in June~200 mi · highs 79°F, 1.5 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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Big Island?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 69/100. Expect highs of 56°F (13°C) and 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain. June is inside the Apr – Oct window our Hawaii Paradise route recommends.
How cold is Big Island in June?
Average highs are 56°F (13°C) and average lows 42°F (5°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Big Island in June?
Some: about 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 71.5 in (1816 mm).
What should I pack for Big Island in June?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 42°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Big Island
Routes in season in June
- Hawaii Paradise Apr – Oct
Planning Big Island in June?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.