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Kailua & Lanikai in April
Little changes in Kailua & Lanikai from March: highs stay near 76°F (25°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), and about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 85/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (42 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 30 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 73°F (23°C).
Humidity averages 77%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is moderate at about 1.7 in (42 mm) for the month.
It's breezy, with average winds near 13 mph (6.0 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (January and May – September).
- Comfort improves from 80/100 in March to 85/100.
- Our Honolulu New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Windproof shellaverage wind 13 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Kailua & Lanikai in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Kalapawai Market
Green general store at the beach road since 1932, now selling coffee, sandwiches and beach supplies.
Why now April scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kailua Beach Park
Long, soft-sand beach with calm water, a park with showers, and kayak rentals to the Mokulua islets.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 1.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Lanikai Pillbox Trail
Short, steep climb up Kaiwa Ridge to old concrete bunkers with views over Lanikai and the islets.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Buzz's Original Steakhouse
Wood-paneled steakhouse across from Kailua Beach since the 1960s, with a salad bar and grilled fish.
Nearby in April
- Waikiki in April~11 mi · highs 78°F, 2.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Oahu in April~18 mi · highs 76°F, 2.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Maui in April~99 mi · highs 69°F, 1.9 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Big Island in April~185 mi · highs 52°F, 7.6 in rain · 13°C (24°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Kailua & Lanikai in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Kailua & Lanikai?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 85/100 against a best of 89 in January and May – September. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain.
How hot is Kailua & Lanikai in April?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kailua & Lanikai in April?
Not much: about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 23.7 in (601 mm).
What should I pack for Kailua & Lanikai in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), windproof shell (average wind 13 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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