October can be one of the best months to travel to Hawaii, especially if you are looking for deals. As part of the shoulder season which runs from Labor Day until the holidays, you will often see fewer crowds, shorter lines, and lower rates on accommodation during this time of year. Although the rainy season may just start to pick up in late October, you’ll still enjoy temperatures in the 80s and warm ocean waters.
Weather in Hawaii in October
Average high temperatures in Hawaii in October hover in the mid to upper 80′s, with lows in the mid 70's. You can expect cooling tradewind breezes most of the time, although weather patterns change quite frequently. If you’ll be heading to upper elevations, keep in mind that the change in elevation will influence the temperatures and you may want to pack a light sweater for the evenings.
Windward sides (North/East) of the islands will usually experience a few more passing tradewind showers than the leeward sides (South/West). October is typically when the rainy season begins to pick up so you may get a bit more clouds than in the summer or dry season, but that just means more rainbows!
Things to Do in Hawaii in October
The first humpback whale this season was spotted September 26, 2011 off the coast of the Big Island, which is quite early – typically the first sighting occurs in October! So although the whale watching season doesn’t peak for a few more months, you may want to keep your eyes peeled for whales from shore.
This is a great season to enjoy Hawaii’s many great farmers markets to check out the seasonal fruits and vegetables. You may even find a pumpkin patch or two for the keiki!
Get into the mood for Halloween early in the month by taking a ride on the Haunted Lagoon at the Polynesian Cultural Center or being spooked by classics such as A Clockwork Orange or The Shining at Master of Horror series at the Doris Duke theater.
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