Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Waikiki in July
Little changes in Waikiki from June: highs stay near 82°F (28°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), and about 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain falls.
At 88/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (40 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What July feels like
Warm afternoons near 82°F (28°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Even at night it stays warm, around 77°F (25°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.6 in (40 mm) for the month.
It's breezy, with average winds near 14 mph (6.2 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around July
July is one of Waikiki's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from June (89 → 88/100).
- 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 — July falls outside it.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes82°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Windproof shellaverage wind 14 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Waikiki in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Rainbow Drive-In
Plate-lunch drive-in near Kapiolani Park open since 1961, serving loco moco and mixed plates.
Why now July scores 88/100 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 82°F and 1.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Diamond Head State Monument
Volcanic crater above Waikiki with a steep 0.8-mile trail to old military bunkers on the rim.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Waikiki Beach fireworks
Midnight fireworks launched from a barge off Waikiki, free to watch from the sand along Duke Kahanamoku Beach.
Nearby in July
- Kailua & Lanikai in July~11 mi · highs 80°F, 1.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Oahu in July~15 mi · highs 80°F, 1.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Maui in July~103 mi · highs 72°F, 1.3 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Big Island in July~185 mi · highs 57°F, 4.7 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.
Waikiki in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Waikiki?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain.
How hot is Waikiki in July?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Waikiki in July?
Not much: about 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.4 in (771 mm).
What should I pack for Waikiki in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (82°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), windproof shell (average wind 14 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Waikiki in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.