Maui Weather in February
Maui, Hawaii, USA
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February is Maui's coolest month for both air and sea: highs of 72.2°F, lows of 63°F, and sea temperature at its yearly low of 77.1°F.
Rain days tick up slightly to 14.7, and humidity eases a touch to 76%, still a cool, occasionally showery month by Maui standards.
This is arguably the single best month for whale watching on the island, February sits at the heart of the humpback season, with strong, consistent sighting odds and calves frequently visible alongside their mothers.
No hurricane activity is recorded historically for February; Central Pacific storm season doesn't begin until June.
Presidents' Day week brings a real bump in US mainland visitors, so resorts and popular whale-watching tours book up, reserve ahead if this window matters to your trip.
The cooler water makes February a good time for a wetsuit top if you plan to snorkel for more than a quick dip; Molokini Crater excursions still run in good conditions.
Haleakalā sunrise viewing can be genuinely cold at the 10,000-foot summit this month, bring far warmer layers than the beach weather down below would suggest.
Pack layers for cool temperatures at both sea level and up the volcano, plus a rain shell for scattered showers.
Frequently asked questions
Is February a good time to visit Maui?
Yes, it's peak whale watching season, though it's also the coolest month of the year for both air and water.
Is February the best month for whale watching in Maui?
It's one of the best, sitting at the heart of the season with calves often visible alongside their mothers.
How cold is the ocean in Maui in February?
It's the coolest of the year at 77.1°F, still swimmable but noticeably cooler than summer.
Is Maui crowded in February?
Presidents' Day week brings a real bump in mainland US visitors, so book ahead.
Is Haleakalā sunrise cold in February?
Yes, temperatures at the 10,000-foot summit run far colder than sea level, so pack warm layers.
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) and the NOAA National Hurricane Center. Data updated September 2026. How we calculate.