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Maui in September
What September is really like in Maui: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
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Quick answer
September is one of the best months to visit Maui. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Warm sea and empty beaches after the summer holidays; among the best-value months.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in September
September is the 3rd-warmest month in Maui: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 29°C (84°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 30 days. Compared with August (31°C (88°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:12
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:28
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Summer (June–August). Hot, dry and sunny on the leeward coasts with the calmest snorkelling, but busy with families.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in September
- Aloha Festivals events across the islands (usually September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Experience · Upcountry (Makawao and Kula)
Upcountry farms and ʻUlupalakua
Combine it with a Haleakalā sunset rather than sunrise, so you drive the farm roads in daylight.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
- Views
- Couples
- Off the beaten path
Island · South Maui
Molokini Crater snorkelling
A crescent-shaped, partly sunken volcanic crater about 5 km off the south coast, protected as a marine life conservation district.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Iconic
- Kids
- Nature
- Active
Experience · Māʻalaea and South Maui
Humpback whale watching
Look for spouts from McGregor Point lookout on the road between Māʻalaea and the west side; the peak is January to March.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Kids
- Nature
- Couples
Beach · Kāʻanapali
Kāʻanapali Beach and Black Rock
Kāʻanapali's long golden beach is backed by a paved walkway past the resorts.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Couples
- After dark
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Maui.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 22°C and 4 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Maui?
One of the best months to visit Maui, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are April–May and October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Maui?
It is one of the best months to visit Maui. Warm sea and empty beaches after the summer holidays; among the best-value months.
+How warm is Maui in September?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Maui in September?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.