Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Maui in April
Little changes in Maui from March: highs stay near 69°F (20°C), lows near 65°F (19°C), and about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 86/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 69°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (47 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 29 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are mild at around 69°F (20°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 65°F (19°C).
About 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's April.
It's breezy, with average winds near 13 mph (5.8 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 86/100.
- April sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Hawaii Paradise route recommends.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 65°F
- Windproof shellaverage wind 13 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Maui in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Twin Falls
Easy farm-trail walk to swimmable waterfalls at the start of the Hana drive.
Why now April scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Haleakalā National Park
Watch sunrise from 10,000 ft above the clouds, then hike into the crater.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Maui Brewing Co. Kihei
Big brewery taproom and restaurant pouring Bikini Blonde and coconut porter.
Paia Fish Market
Casual counter for fresh fish plates and tacos in surf-town Paia.
Road to Hana
Winding coastal drive with waterfalls, bamboo forest and lookouts.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in April
- Big Island in April~97 mi · highs 52°F, 7.6 in rain · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Kailua & Lanikai in April~99 mi · highs 76°F, 1.7 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Waikiki in April~103 mi · highs 78°F, 2.1 in rain · 5°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Oahu in April~116 mi · highs 76°F, 2.1 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~154 m to Maui's ~662 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.
Maui in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Maui?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 86/100 against a best of 91 in January and May – September. Expect highs of 69°F (20°C) and 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Oct window our Hawaii Paradise route recommends.
How hot is Maui in April?
Average highs are 69°F (20°C) and average lows 65°F (19°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Maui in April?
Not much: about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 24.4 in (620 mm).
What should I pack for Maui in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 65°F), windproof shell (average wind 13 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in April
- Hawaii Paradise Apr – Oct
Planning Maui in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.