Maui in May
May in Maui brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 68°F and about 6 rainy days. The sun sets around 6:55 pm. The sea is about 77°F (25°C). It's a good month for sightseeing, if not the best.
Photo: Pahu at German Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0
What May is good for in Maui
Each activity rated for May's weather and sea.
Great now Sunset cruisesGreat in May
Great now Boat toursGreat in May
Great now SnorkelingGreat in May
Great now Scuba divingGreat in May
Helicopter toursGood in May
Cooking classesAny month
Zipline toursGood in May
ATV toursGood in May
Bike toursGood in May
Private toursGood in May
Walking toursGood in May
Jeep toursGood in May
May next to April and June
| Month | April | May | June |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 85°F (29°C) | 87°F (30°C) | 88°F (31°C) |
| Low | 67°F (19°C) | 68°F (20°C) | 70°F (21°C) |
| Rainy days | 9 | 6 | 5 |
| Sea | 76°F | 77°F | 78°F |
| Sunset | 6:44 pm | 6:55 pm | 7:07 pm |
| Daylight | 12 h 37 min | 13 h 07 min | 13 h 23 min |
Averages for Kahului Airport, Hawaii; sunrise and sunset on the 15th. Maui water temperature by month.
Tours in Maui
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Questions
Is May a good time to visit Maui?
It's a good month for sightseeing, if not the best. The most comfortable months overall are January, February and April.
How hot is Maui in May?
Average highs are about 87°F (30°C) and lows about 68°F (20°C).
Does it rain much in Maui in May?
May averages 6 rainy days, against 10 in the wettest month.
How warm is the sea in Maui in May?
About 77°F (25°C). Warm enough for long swims and snorkeling.
