Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Oahu in November
Oahu edges cooler than October, with highs of 78°F (26°C), lows of 73°F (23°C) and about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 82/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (86 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
Humidity averages 76%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.4 in (86 mm).
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.3 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January and May – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Comfort slips from 85/100 in October to 82/100.
- Our Hawaii Paradise route recommends Apr – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes78°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Oahu in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Leonard's Bakery
Honolulu institution since 1952 frying hot, sugar-rolled Portuguese malasadas.
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
Protected volcanic bay with reef snorkeling and green sea turtles.
Why now November scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Helena's Hawaiian Food
James Beard–honored family spot for kalua pig, pipikaula short ribs and lau lau.
Waimea Bay Beach Park
Big North Shore bay: glassy summer swimming, huge winter surf to watch.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 3.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Diamond Head State Monument
Steep 1.6-mile round-trip trail up a volcanic crater rim with views over Waikiki.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in November
- Waikiki in November~15 mi · highs 80°F, 3.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Kailua & Lanikai in November~18 mi · highs 79°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Maui in November~116 mi · highs 71°F, 2.6 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, drier
- Big Island in November~200 mi · highs 53°F, 6.7 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.
Oahu in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Oahu?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 82/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are January and May – September. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain. Our Hawaii Paradise route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Oahu in November?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Oahu in November?
Some: about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.4 in (771 mm).
What should I pack for Oahu in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (78°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Oahu in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.