End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Maui in March
The year's rain peaks now, with about 3.3 in (83 mm) falling in Maui, alongside highs near 68°F (20°C) and lows of 64°F (18°C).
Its comfort score of 80/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 68°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (83 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What March feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 68°F (20°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 64°F (18°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.3 in (83 mm).
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.3 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around March
March is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January and May – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, January – March.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in February to 80/100.
- Our Hawaii Paradise route recommends Apr – Oct, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 64°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.3 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Maui in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
ʻĪao Valley State Monument
Short paved walk to view the 1,200-ft ʻĪao Needle in a green valley.
Why now March scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Waiʻānapanapa State Park
Black sand beach, sea caves and lava coastline near Hana.
Why now Highs near 68°F and 3.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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.
Mama's Fish House
Oceanfront Kuau restaurant that names the fisherman who caught your fish.
Molokini Crater
Boat snorkel trip to a half-sunken crater with very clear water.
Nearby in March
- Big Island in March~97 mi · highs 51°F, 8.8 in rain · 9°C (17°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Kailua & Lanikai in March~99 mi · highs 75°F, 3.0 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Waikiki in March~103 mi · highs 77°F, 3.7 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Oahu in March~116 mi · highs 75°F, 3.7 in rain · 4°C (7°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Maui?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 80/100, held back mainly by humidity. The best months are January and May – September. Expect highs of 68°F (20°C) and 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain. Our Hawaii Paradise route recommends Apr – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Maui in March?
Average highs are 68°F (20°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Maui in March?
Some: about 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 24.4 in (620 mm).
What should I pack for Maui in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 64°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.3 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Maui in March?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.