United States Honolulu Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Honolulu is very-high
Honolulu Weather in February — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 27° / 20°
- Rainfall
- 80mm · 9 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Honolulu in February averages a high of 27°C and low of 20°C with 80mm of rain over about 9 days. Tropical light by day + light jacket evening. Slightly less rain than January — packing rain jacket optional but recommended.
February is very-high for Honolulu.
February is Korean Lunar New Year + Valentine's honeymoon peak — Hawaii's biggest Korean honeymoon month of the year. Hotels at maximum. Halekulani, Royal Hawaiian (Pink Palace), and Four Seasons Ko Olina all sell out 6-8 weeks ahead for the holiday window.
Weather is identical to January's averages but with noticeably less rain (9 rainy days vs 11) — drier and brighter as the trade-wind pattern shifts. Humpback whale season peaks — sightings off Diamond Head and Lanikai are reliable, and whale-watching cruises ($60-150) run every morning from Waikiki harbor.
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Honolulu February Weather Stats
Avg High
27°C
Avg Low
20°C
Rainy Days
9
80mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
68%
moderate
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
24°C
swimming chilly
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
7 μg/m³
PM10
16 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
28°C
Nighttime
20°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cool 20-27°C days + less rain than January
- Whale-watching peak season
- Korean Lunar New Year cultural overlap
Cons
- Korean Lunar New Year hotel peak
- Valentine's surge
- Halekulani + Royal Hawaiian sell out 6-8 weeks ahead
February Events & Festivals
- Valentine's weekend (honeymoon peak)
- Korean Lunar New Year (varies, often early-mid Feb)
- Great Aloha Run (Presidents' Day weekend)
- Whale-watching peak season
Honolulu in February — Full Picture
February is Korean Lunar New Year + Valentine's honeymoon peak — Hawaii's biggest Korean honeymoon month of the year. Hotels at maximum. Halekulani, Royal Hawaiian (Pink Palace), and Four Seasons Ko Olina all sell out 6-8 weeks ahead for the holiday window.
Weather is identical to January's averages but with noticeably less rain (9 rainy days vs 11) — drier and brighter as the trade-wind pattern shifts. Humpback whale season peaks — sightings off Diamond Head and Lanikai are reliable, and whale-watching cruises ($60-150) run every morning from Waikiki harbor.
North Shore winter waves continue — the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational (when conditions allow, requires 20-foot+ waves) typically runs in this window. Spectator parking on the North Shore for big-wave days fills by 6 AM.
Waikiki sunset cocktails are at peak demand — Duke's, House Without a Key at Halekulani, and Mai Tai Bar at the Royal Hawaiian all need 1-2 week advance reservations for Friday-Saturday Valentine's-adjacent evenings.
The smart February move: target the last week (post-Valentine's, post-Presidents' Day) for the brief drop in pricing before the March spring break crowds arrive.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Tropical light by day + light jacket evening. Slightly less rain than January — packing rain jacket optional but recommended.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
27.7°C
21°C
6/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
30°C
23.7°C
3.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
29.7°C
23°C
7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current27°C
20.3°C
10.3/mo
Honolulu Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27° | 20° | 11d·100mm | 7h | 70% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| February (Best) | 27° | 20° | 9d·80mm | 8h | 68% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 27° | 20° | 7d·60mm | 8h | 67% | 9 | Busy | Shoulder |
| April (Best) | 28° | 21° | 6d·30mm | 9h | 65% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder |
| May (Best) | 28° | 22° | 5d·30mm | 10h | 65% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 29° | 23° | 4d·15mm | 11h | 63% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 30° | 24° | 3d·10mm | 11h | 65% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 31° | 24° | 4d·15mm | 11h | 65% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 30° | 24° | 5d·25mm | 10h | 65% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| October (Best) | 30° | 23° | 7d·50mm | 9h | 67% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| November (Best) | 29° | 22° | 9d·80mm | 8h | 70% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 27° | 21° | 11d·100mm | 7h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Honolulu?
Honolulu in February is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Honolulu in February?
Honolulu February averages a high of 27°C and a low of 20°C.
Does it rain much in Honolulu in February?
Honolulu February averages 80mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Honolulu in February?
Tropical light by day + light jacket evening. Slightly less rain than January — packing rain jacket optional but recommended.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Honolulu in February?
Honolulu February sunrise is 07:00 and sunset is 18:20, with 11h 20m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Honolulu in February?
Honolulu February air quality (AQI) averages 28, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 7μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Honolulu in February?
In February, Honolulu is great for Waikiki sunset cocktails, Whale-watching cruises, Diamond Head sunrise.
Is February peak season in Honolulu?
Honolulu February crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.