Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Waikiki in February
This is the coldest month in Waikiki: highs average 76°F (25°C) and lows 71°F (22°C), with about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain.
It scores 82/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 71°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (82 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 18 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What February feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 71°F (22°C).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Some rain is likely, about 3.2 in (82 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around February
February is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (January and April – August).
- Comfort slips from 85/100 in January to 82/100.
- 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 — February falls outside it.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.2 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Waikiki in February
February 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.
Royal Hawaiian Hotel
Pink 1927 Spanish-Moorish hotel on Waikiki Beach, with gardens and a beachfront bar open to visitors.
Why now February scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Waikiki Beach fireworks
Midnight fireworks launched from a barge off Waikiki, free to watch from the sand along Duke Kahanamoku Beach.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in February
- Kailua & Lanikai in February~11 mi · highs 75°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Oahu in February~15 mi · highs 74°F, 3.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Maui in February~103 mi · highs 67°F, 2.5 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, drier
- Big Island in February~185 mi · highs 50°F, 6.1 in rain · 15°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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Waikiki?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 82/100 against a best of 90 in January and April – August. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain.
How hot is Waikiki in February?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 71°F (22°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Waikiki in February?
Some: about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.4 in (771 mm).
What should I pack for Waikiki in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.2 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Waikiki in February?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.