Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Waikiki in August
Little changes in Waikiki from July: highs stay near 83°F (28°C), lows near 78°F (25°C), and about 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain falls.
At 86/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (44 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What August feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 78°F (25°C).
About 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's August.
It's breezy, with average winds near 14 mph (6.1 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around August
August is one of Waikiki's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by September, the score drops to 85/100.
- Comfort holds steady from July (88 → 86/100).
- 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 — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Windproof shellaverage wind 14 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Waikiki in August
August 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 August scores 86/100 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 83°F and 1.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in August
- Kailua & Lanikai in August~11 mi · highs 81°F, 1.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Oahu in August~15 mi · highs 81°F, 1.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Maui in August~103 mi · highs 73°F, 1.6 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Big Island in August~185 mi · highs 58°F, 5.5 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.
Waikiki in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Waikiki?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain.
How hot is Waikiki in August?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 78°F (25°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Waikiki in August?
Not much: about 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.4 in (771 mm).
What should I pack for Waikiki in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), windproof shell (average wind 14 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Waikiki in August?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.