Month guide · Kauaʻi · United States
Kauaʻi in July
What July is really like in Kauaʻi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Pictured: Hāʻena State Park and Kēʻē Beach, Kauaʻi · Photo: The original uploader was MattWright at English Wikipedia ., CC BY 2.0
Quick answer
July is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 15 rainy days and roughly 13.4 hours of daylight. Busy summer holidays with warm seas and calm water; book Hāʻena reservations well ahead.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 15
- Daylight
- About 13.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
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Weather in July
July is the 4th-warmest month in Kauaʻi: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 28°C (82°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 15 of its 31 days. Compared with June (29°C (84°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 06:03
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 19:25
- Daylight
- About 13.4 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Spring (March–May). Rain eases through the season, waterfalls flow strongly and crowds thin after spring break.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 5 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: July is one of the pricier months.
Events in July
- Kōloa Plantation Days festival (usually late July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Nature · Kīlauea
Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
Bring binoculars; the albatross nesting season in winter and spring is the best time to visit.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Views
- Kids
- Photo spot
Nature · Poʻipū and Kōloa
Māhāʻulepū Heritage Trail
A coastal walk from Shipwreck Beach past lithified sand-dune cliffs, sinkholes, tide pools and an ancient heiau site, with wide views and few people.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Active
- Outdoors
- Views
Neighbourhood · Waimea and Hanapēpē
Hanapēpē
Come on a Friday evening for the art night, then catch sunset at nearby Salt Pond Beach Park.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Shopping
- After dark
Nature · Kapaʻa and Wailua
Nounou (Sleeping Giant) Trail
A ridge above Wailua that looks like a giant lying on his back.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Active
- Views
- Outdoors
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Kauaʻi.
What to pack
For highs near 29°C (84°F), lows near 23°C (73°F) and 15 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Kauaʻi?
A shoulder-season month, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–June and September–October are better overall. Compare every month.
Kauaʻi in other months
Questions travellers ask
+What time does the sun set in Kauaʻi in July?
At about 19:25 local time in mid-July, with sunrise at about 06:03: roughly 13.4 hours of daylight.
+How warm is Kauaʻi in July?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Kauaʻi in July?
Expect rain on about 15 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.