Island of Hawaii

Island of Hawaiʻi

Welcome to the Island of Hawaiʻi

The island of Hawaiʻi is the youngest and largest island in the Hawaiian chain. Nearly twice as big as all of the other Hawaiian Islands combined (hence, its nickname, “Big Island”), its sheer size is awe-inspiring. You can travel through all but four of the world's different climate zones here, ranging from Wet Tropical to Polar Tundra, a result of the shielding effect and elevations of the massive volcanoes Maunakea and Maunaloa. From the many geological features at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park to the snow-capped heights of Maunakea; from the lush valleys of the Hilo and Hāmākua Coasts to the jet-black sands of Punaluʻu Beach, the island of Hawaiʻi is an unrivaled expression of the power of nature. However you decide to experience the island, it is sure to leave you humbled! Check out the island of Hawaiʻi's regions to explore this vast island. 

Things to Do on the Island of Hawaiʻi

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Woman walking along a stone wall surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees on the island of Hawaii under bright sunlight.
Group of people rowing on a calm bay with lush greenery, palm trees, and mountains in the background on a sunny day.

Beaches of Hawai‘i

Although the relative youth of the island of Hawai‘i means fewer and smaller beaches along its coast, even the most seasoned beachcombers will find that the unique features of each one will quickly surpass their expectations!

 

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Land Activities

From authentic cultural experiences to ziplining, there are lots of things to see and do around the island of Hawai‘i.

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Water Activities

From diving with manta rays to paddleboarding in a scenic bay, there are lots of ways to enjoy some time in or on the water.

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Mele Kaʻapuni no Keawe Kū i ka Moku

Hear a Hawaiian Chant

This traveling mele (chant) takes us around the island of Hawai‘i to certain places that are special to composer, Kamaka Kukona and his kumu hula's (hula teacher) ‘ohana (family). The uahi a ka wahine (smoky ash hued sky of Pele) in the first verse takes us up to Kīlauea, a spot they frequent for hula, while the second verse onward speaks of the birth places of Kukona's kumu hula's family members from Waimea all the way back to Hilo.

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The Hawaiian Islands Weather

Kauaʻi

Poipu, Kauaʻi

Today scattered clouds 64°F 18°C
19/01 Sun few clouds 72°F22°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 76°F24°C
21/01 Tue light rain 76°F24°C
22/01 Wed overcast clouds 76°F25°C
23/01 Thu light rain 75°F24°C

Līhuʻe

Today broken clouds 73°F 23°C
19/01 Sun scattered clouds 74°F23°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 75°F24°C
21/01 Tue light rain 75°F24°C
22/01 Wed overcast clouds 76°F24°C
23/01 Thu light rain 74°F23°C

Kapaʻa

Today scattered clouds 64°F 18°C
19/01 Sun few clouds 70°F21°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 74°F23°C
21/01 Tue light rain 74°F23°C
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23/01 Thu light rain 73°F23°C

Honolulu, Oʻahu

Today few clouds 70°F 21°C
19/01 Sun clear sky 73°F23°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 76°F24°C
21/01 Tue overcast clouds 76°F24°C
22/01 Wed broken clouds 76°F24°C
23/01 Thu light rain 76°F24°C

West Side

Today clear sky 68°F 20°C
19/01 Sun clear sky 72°F22°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 75°F24°C
21/01 Tue overcast clouds 74°F24°C
22/01 Wed broken clouds 76°F24°C
23/01 Thu light rain 74°F23°C

North Shore (Turtle Bay)

Today clear sky 65°F 18°C
19/01 Sun clear sky 71°F22°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 74°F23°C
21/01 Tue light rain 74°F23°C
22/01 Wed overcast clouds 75°F24°C
23/01 Thu light rain 75°F24°C

Hoʻolehua, Molokaʻi

Today few clouds 70°F 21°C
19/01 Sun clear sky 72°F22°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 73°F23°C
21/01 Tue overcast clouds 73°F23°C
22/01 Wed broken clouds 73°F23°C
23/01 Thu light rain 73°F23°C

Molokaʻi Airport

Today clear sky 72°F 22°C
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Kaunakakai City

Today few clouds 71°F 22°C
19/01 Sun clear sky 73°F23°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 74°F24°C
21/01 Tue overcast clouds 75°F24°C
22/01 Wed broken clouds 74°F24°C
23/01 Thu light rain 75°F24°C

Lānaʻi City, Lānaʻi

Today clear sky 67°F 20°C
19/01 Sun clear sky 70°F21°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 71°F22°C
21/01 Tue broken clouds 71°F22°C
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Manele Bay Beach

Today scattered clouds 72°F 22°C
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20/01 Mon clear sky 78°F25°C
21/01 Tue broken clouds 77°F25°C
22/01 Wed overcast clouds 76°F24°C
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Lānaʻi Airport

Today clear sky 67°F 20°C
19/01 Sun clear sky 70°F21°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 71°F22°C
21/01 Tue broken clouds 71°F22°C
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Kahului Airport, Maui

Today few clouds 72°F 22°C
19/01 Sun few clouds 74°F23°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 76°F24°C
21/01 Tue overcast clouds 76°F24°C
22/01 Wed broken clouds 76°F24°C
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Whalers Village in Kaʻanapali

Today clear sky 73°F 23°C
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21/01 Tue broken clouds 75°F24°C
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The Shops at Wailea in Wailea

Today few clouds 70°F 21°C
19/01 Sun few clouds 75°F24°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 77°F25°C
21/01 Tue broken clouds 77°F25°C
22/01 Wed broken clouds 78°F25°C
23/01 Thu overcast clouds 76°F24°C

Hilo, Hawaiʻi

Today broken clouds 69°F 20°C
19/01 Sun light rain 72°F22°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 74°F23°C
21/01 Tue scattered clouds 74°F23°C
22/01 Wed light rain 73°F23°C
23/01 Thu overcast clouds 73°F23°C

Kilua/Kona

Today clear sky 67°F 20°C
19/01 Sun light rain 73°F23°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 76°F25°C
21/01 Tue broken clouds 75°F24°C
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Puako

Today scattered clouds 72°F 22°C
19/01 Sun scattered clouds 76°F24°C
20/01 Mon clear sky 78°F26°C
21/01 Tue broken clouds 77°F25°C
22/01 Wed broken clouds 77°F25°C
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Island of Hawaiʻi Travel Information

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FAQs

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Getting Around

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Weather

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Travel Professionals

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Travel Pono Pledge

Travel Pono Pledge

One’s love for the planet is an inseverable relationship. Please take the island of Hawaiʻi Pono Pledge and ask your friends and family to do the same.

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