Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Kailua & Lanikai in January
Little changes in Kailua & Lanikai from December: highs stay near 76°F (24°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), and about 2.2 in (56 mm) of rain falls.
January opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 86/100 (6th of 12).
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 2.2 in (56 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 50 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What January feels like
Days are warm, averaging 76°F (24°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
With 76% average humidity, it feels muggy.
About 2.2 in (56 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's January.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around January
January is one of Kailua & Lanikai's best months on the climate data.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (January – March), which brings about 8.0 in (203 mm) in total.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: January and May – September.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by February, the score drops to 83/100.
- Comfort improves from 83/100 in December to 86/100.
- 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 — January is part of it.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kailua & Lanikai in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Kalapawai Market
Green general store at the beach road since 1932, now selling coffee, sandwiches and beach supplies.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best morning Jan 1.
Lanikai Beach
Narrow strip of white sand in a residential neighborhood, facing the twin Mokulua islets.
Why now January scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Lanikai Pillbox Trail
Short, steep climb up Kaiwa Ridge to old concrete bunkers with views over Lanikai and the islets.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best early morning Jan 1.
Buzz's Original Steakhouse
Wood-paneled steakhouse across from Kailua Beach since the 1960s, with a salad bar and grilled fish.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best dinner Jan 1.
Nearby in January
- Waikiki in January~11 mi · highs 77°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Oahu in January~18 mi · highs 75°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Maui in January~99 mi · highs 68°F, 2.4 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Big Island in January~185 mi · highs 50°F, 5.8 in rain · 14°C (26°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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Kailua & Lanikai?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 2.2 in (56 mm) of rain.
How hot is Kailua & Lanikai in January?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kailua & Lanikai in January?
Not much: about 2.2 in (56 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 23.7 in (601 mm).
What should I pack for Kailua & Lanikai in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Kailua & Lanikai
Routes in season in January
- Honolulu New Year's Eve Dec 30 – Jan 1
Planning Kailua & Lanikai in January?
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