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posted 03-15-2005 20:31            

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I'm thinking about going to Maui for my honeymoon in August or September of this year. I can find information about the average temperatures at that time but I can't find information about the humidity. If the humidity is too high we won't want to do any hiking or stay outside much.

Is the humidity in the summer something to worry about?

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posted 03-15-2005 21:56               

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I believe the humidity, like the temp., stays pretty constant on the Islands. Usually runs 50%>60%. I like the humidity but you may not. It wouldn't stop me from outdoor activities. A little sweat makes the cool shower feel even better.

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From: Carlsbad, CA, USA Carlsbad Inn, Trendwest , Marriott DSV & Newp, Westin MissionHills, Whaler/Maui & PonoKai/Kauai
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posted 03-16-2005 06:14               

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If the trade winds aren't blowing, it gets quite warm. We own weeks June 28-July 12 in Kaanapali and have been there many times during that period; however for some reason I don't remember much about the humidity then!!! I just know we have to get out and walk the beach before 9AM to be comfortable.

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posted 03-16-2005 09:20               

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We are from Northern CA, where there is never any humidity and we found the humidity to be quite high on Maui, because we aren't used to it. However, we adjusted to it very quickly. There are many areas in the US (like the south) where the humidity is much higher.

When on vacation in Hawaii, we get up early (our inner clocks are still on mainland time) do our activities in the morning, stay cool at the pool or beach for the afternoon. Then we shower and go some place cool for dinner.

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From: San Ramon, CA, USA Owner: Maui Lea at Maui Hill, San Diego Country Estates
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posted 03-16-2005 09:28               

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We are also from northern California and while we definitely notice the humidity in Hawaii, it's not nearly as bad as other parts of the country. Since the temperatures don't usually get above the 80's the humidity is bearable. And of course it depends on which part of the island you are on as there are regions where the humity is higher than others.

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posted 03-16-2005 10:36               

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We are from Houston and to us, there is NO humidity.

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From: Pompano Beach, FL USA owner: Mt Amanzi, Aquamarine Villas,Chateau Orleans,Ridge Tahoe, Dikhololo
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posted 03-16-2005 13:41               

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Hi Mark,
My husband and I got married on a beach in Maui in August several years ago and it was hot that year. We were staying at the Embassy with family but chose a bed and breakfast in Lahaina for our wedding night. Please, Please consider that it might be a good idea to check out if you accommodations have AIR CONDITIONING. Ours didn't...We are from Florida and so the humidity was not a problem but the daytime temperatures that year were close to 90.
You will love Maui...We are going back this July.
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posted 03-16-2005 15:41               

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What is the weather like on Maui in November?? Considering going 11/12 to 11/19.

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posted 03-16-2005 16:17               

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The humidity really isn't noticable unless the trade winds stop. And when that happens it can be miserable. I've experienced this only once in 6 trips and it lasted for 3 long days during a May trip. I've never had a problem in the summer months.

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posted 03-16-2005 16:26               

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Originally posted by nazclk:
What is the weather like on Maui in November?? Considering going 11/12 to 11/19.

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Probably the best time of year to go, naz. IMHO. Temps are cooling off a little (highs 80>84), crowds are light and the winter storms haven't started yet. But, who can ever predict the weather. Your odds are good though.

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posted 03-17-2005 02:10            

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Originally posted by JeffV:
We are from Houston and to us, there is NO humidity.

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Then I guess after vacationing August in Orlando we shouldn't mind July in Maui!

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posted 03-17-2005 04:24               

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Please, don't even say those two locations in the same sentence.

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Originally posted by Blitz:

Then I guess after vacationing August in Orlando we shouldn't mind July in Maui!

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posted 03-17-2005 08:55            

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July in Maui is usually not particularly humid. It is often windy and cold, however. When I say cold, I don't mean 30s and 40s. But it can drop into the low 70s, and when the wind whips up, you will not feel very comfortable lying in a swimsuit at the pool. Especially if you run into the inevitable July rain shower or two.

Still, I would not let that concern me. You can still have a great time on Maui, which is one of the coolest of the islands.

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posted 03-18-2005 20:28            

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Thanks everyone. From reading here and other places I think we will go in Sept.

Now I just have to choose where to stay....

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From: Belly-View, WA. Owner: Embassy Poipu (floating); Winners Circle (Week 52), Raintree Vacation Club; Club Regina
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posted 03-18-2005 23:29               

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The trade winds that normally visit the Islands year round blow from the northeast, bringing cooler, somewhat less humid air with them.

When the trade winds die, the islands heat up naturally because the lack of cooling trade winds.

Often when the trade winds die off, there is a Kona wind, a breeze (usually gentle) from the south. Being from the south, Kona winds bring tropical air - much hotter and more humid than the trade winds.

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From: Tracy, CA, USA Owner: Stardust Tahoe, Embassy Maui, Red Wolf Lodge, Swiss Mt. Village
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posted 03-21-2005 23:37               

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http://www.weatherbase.com

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posted 03-22-2005 02:31            

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Thank you for the link.

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