Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Waikiki in April
Little changes in Waikiki from March: highs stay near 78°F (26°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), and about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls.
April opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 85/100 (6th of 12).
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (54 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 30 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What April 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).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
About 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's April.
It's breezy, with average winds near 13 mph (5.6 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around April
April is one of Waikiki's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: January and April – August.
- Comfort improves from 79/100 in March to 85/100.
- 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 — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Windproof shellaverage wind 13 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Waikiki in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Leonard's Bakery
Kapahulu bakery open since 1952 that made the Portuguese malasada a Honolulu staple.
House Without a Key
Open-air bar at the Halekulani under a kiawe tree, with Hawaiian music and hula at sunset.
Rainbow Drive-In
Plate-lunch drive-in near Kapiolani Park open since 1961, serving loco moco and mixed plates.
Why now April scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Royal Hawaiian Hotel
Pink 1927 Spanish-Moorish hotel on Waikiki Beach, with gardens and a beachfront bar open to visitors.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in April
- Kailua & Lanikai in April~11 mi · highs 76°F, 1.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Oahu in April~15 mi · highs 76°F, 2.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Maui in April~103 mi · highs 69°F, 1.9 in rain · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Big Island in April~185 mi · highs 52°F, 7.6 in rain · 14°C (26°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.
Waikiki in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Waikiki?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain.
How hot is Waikiki in April?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Waikiki in April?
Not much: about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.4 in (771 mm).
What should I pack for Waikiki in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), windproof shell (average wind 13 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Waikiki in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.