2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Maui in January

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

January is a wet time to visit Maui. Maui has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 23°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 18 rainy days per month.

Avg High

23°C

Avg Low

16°C

Rainy days

18days

Daylight

11h

Is January a good time to visit Maui?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:05 AM

Sunset

6:05 PM

Live January Forecast

LIVE

Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 16 days ahead
Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 23°C 16°C 18 Wet
February 22°C 14°C 17 Wet
March 23°C 16°C 27 Wet
April 24°C 16°C 21 Excellent (best)
May 24°C 17°C 30 Excellent (best)
June 25°C 18°C 28 Wet
July 26°C 18°C 26 Wet
August 26°C 19°C 26 Wet
September 26°C 19°C 27 Excellent (best)
October 25°C 19°C 23 Excellent (best)
November 24°C 18°C 24 Wet
December 23°C 16°C 26 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

Planning a trip to Maui?

Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit Maui? +

January is typically Wet for visiting Maui, with average highs of 23°C and around 18 rainy days.

What should I pack for Maui in January? +

With highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Maui in January? +

Maui typically sees around 18 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in Maui in January? +

In January, Maui gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Maui? +

No, January is not peak season in Maui. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Maui? +

The best months to visit Maui are April, May, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Pacific/Honolulu)

Last Updated: January 2026

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