End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Kailua & Lanikai in March
The year's rain peaks now, with about 3.0 in (77 mm) falling in Kailua & Lanikai, alongside highs near 75°F (24°C) and lows of 73°F (23°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 80/100, 12th of 12.
- Avg high
- 75°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 3.0 in (77 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 75°F (24°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
With 77% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.0 in (77 mm).
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.5 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are January and May – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, January – March.
- Comfort slips from 83/100 in February to 80/100.
- 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 — March falls outside it.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 75°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.0 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kailua & Lanikai in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Lanikai Pillbox Trail
Short, steep climb up Kaiwa Ridge to old concrete bunkers with views over Lanikai and the islets.
Why now March scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Buzz's Original Steakhouse
Wood-paneled steakhouse across from Kailua Beach since the 1960s, with a salad bar and grilled fish.
Why now Highs near 75°F and 3.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nuuanu Pali Lookout
Windy lookout at the top of the Pali Highway with a view of the green Koolau cliffs and the windward coast.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Lanikai Beach
Narrow strip of white sand in a residential neighborhood, facing the twin Mokulua islets.
Nearby in March
- Waikiki in March~11 mi · highs 77°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Oahu in March~18 mi · highs 75°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Maui in March~99 mi · highs 68°F, 3.3 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Big Island in March~185 mi · highs 51°F, 8.8 in rain · 14°C (25°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Kailua & Lanikai?
It's middling, scoring 80/100. The best months are January and May – September, at up to 89. Expect highs of 75°F (24°C) and 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain.
How hot is Kailua & Lanikai in March?
Average highs are 75°F (24°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kailua & Lanikai in March?
Some: about 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 23.7 in (601 mm).
What should I pack for Kailua & Lanikai in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 75°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.0 in of rain) and windproof shell (average wind 12 mph).
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