When is a good time to visit Hawaii’s Big Island?
• Anytime of year is a good time to visit Hawaii’s Big Island. At sea level, the average summer temperature is 85 degrees Fahrenheit, 78 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter. Trade winds keep things comfortable year-round. Whale watching season runs from December through May, with peak whale watching months between January and early April. Check the Volcano Eruption Update page for the latest news at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.