Sunset cruises in Maui
A sunset cruise is the easy way to end a day in Maui. The most comfortable months are January, April to June and September, with highs around 86°F (30°C) and about 7 rainy days a month.
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Top sunset cruises in Maui
Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise - A Hawaiian Hula ExperienceFrom $168View 
Maui Ma'alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner CruiseFrom $150View 
Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka’anapali BeachFrom $180View
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How to pick a good sunset cruise
- Board about an hour before sunset so you are out on the water when the sun goes down.
- Check whether drinks and food are included or sold on board.
- Bring a layer. Even warm evenings feel cool on the water once the sun has set.
- Smaller boats get closer to the coast; bigger catamarans are steadier in a swell.
Maui month by month
Averages for Kahului Airport, Hawaii; sea temperatures offshore, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 82 (28) | 82 (28) | 83 (28) | 85 (29) | 87 (30) | 88 (31) | 89 (32) | 90 (32) | 90 (32) | 89 (32) | 86 (30) | 83 (29) |
| Low °F (°C) | 64 (18) | 64 (18) | 65 (18) | 67 (19) | 68 (20) | 70 (21) | 72 (22) | 72 (22) | 71 (22) | 70 (21) | 68 (20) | 66 (19) |
| Rainy days | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 10 |
| Sea °F (°C) | 76 (25) | 76 (24) | 75 (24) | 76 (24) | 77 (25) | 78 (26) | 79 (26) | 80 (27) | 80 (27) | 80 (27) | 79 (26) | 77 (25) |
| Sunset (15th) | 6:05 pm | 6:24 pm | 6:35 pm | 6:44 pm | 6:55 pm | 7:07 pm | 7:10 pm | 6:55 pm | 6:29 pm | 6:02 pm | 5:44 pm | 5:47 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for sunset cruises in Maui?
January, April to June and September. Expect highs around 86°F (30°C) and about 7 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are February and March.
What time is sunset in Maui?
Sunset comes earliest in November, around 5:44 pm, and latest in July, around 7:10 pm. Pick a date in the planner above for the exact time.
Where can I book sunset cruises in Maui?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
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SnorkelingBest Jun–Oct
Scuba divingBest Jun–Oct
Zipline toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
Helicopter toursBest Jan, Apr–Jun
Boat toursBest Jan, Apr–Jun, Sep
ATV toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
Bike toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
Cooking classesAll year
Private toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
Walking toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
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