May · United States
Best time to visit Maui in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Maui in May
Average temperature 24°C, 49 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.4/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Maui scores 9.4/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 49 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Maui packs the Road to Hana, Haleakalā's crater and whale-filled channels into one Hawaiian island.
May in Maui — one of the year's strongest windows (6th)
May averages 24°C (74°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rainfall runs 49 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 hours of daylight.
A 9.4/10 puts this among the year's best months in Maui (6th of 12); only June scores higher, at 9.8/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Maui in May?
- In May, Maui averages 24°C, 49 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Maui?
- May earns a 9.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Maui in May?
- Expect about 49 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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