Verdict: Excellent month
Maui Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Maui — highs around 24°C (75°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is one of the best months of the year to be in Maui.
Average high
24°C / 75°F
Average low
17°C / 63°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
83 mm
What to pack for Maui in May
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Maui: Jul (27°C / 81°F) · Coolest: Feb (22°C / 72°F) · Wettest: Feb (~17 rain days)
23°
16°
Jan
22°
15°
Feb
22°
16°
Mar
23°
16°
Apr
24°
17°
May
26°
18°
Jun
27°
19°
Jul
27°
19°
Aug
26°
19°
Sep
26°
19°
Oct
24°
18°
Nov
23°
17°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)