Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Kailua & Lanikai in May
Little changes in Kailua & Lanikai from April: highs stay near 78°F (26°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), and about 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls.
May opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 88/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 1.3 in (33 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What May feels like
Days are warm, averaging 78°F (26°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 75°F (24°C).
With 77% average humidity, it feels muggy.
About 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's May.
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.5 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around May
May is one of Kailua & Lanikai's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: January and May – September.
- Comfort improves from 85/100 in April to 88/100.
- 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 — May falls outside it.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kailua & Lanikai in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Lanikai Beach
Narrow strip of white sand in a residential neighborhood, facing the twin Mokulua islets.
Why now May scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
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 Highs near 78°F and 1.3 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 May
- Waikiki in May~11 mi · highs 80°F, 1.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Oahu in May~18 mi · highs 78°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Maui in May~99 mi · highs 70°F, 1.5 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Big Island in May~185 mi · highs 54°F, 5.4 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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Kailua & Lanikai?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain.
How hot is Kailua & Lanikai in May?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kailua & Lanikai in May?
Not much: about 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 23.7 in (601 mm).
What should I pack for Kailua & Lanikai in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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