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Hawaii cruises in April
The week after Easter, Hilo hosts the Merrie Monarch Festival, widely regarded as the most prestigious hula competition anywhere, filling the town with performances and craft fairs. Late whales still linger early in the month. Repositioning ships heading from Hawaii to Alaska offer one-way bargains, and the islands are drier and quieter after spring break.
- Good time to go
- Avg high 72°F
- 13 hrs daylight
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Hawaii in April: Good time to go
The week after Easter, Hilo hosts the Merrie Monarch Festival, widely regarded as the most prestigious hula competition anywhere, filling the town with performances and craft fairs. Late whales still linger early in the month. Repositioning ships heading from Hawaii to Alaska offer one-way bargains, and the islands are drier and quieter after spring break.
Across Hawaii cruise ports, April brings average highs around 72°F (22°C) and lows near 64°F, with about 3 inches of rain over the month and roughly 13 hours of daylight.
- Verdict
- Good time to go
- Season
- Year-round; humpback whales December to April. Best weather-and-value months April to May and September to October.
- Average high / low
- 72°F / 64°F
- Rainfall (month)
- 3 in
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
- Typical cruise length
- 7 nights inter-island from Honolulu; 14 to 17 nights from the West Coast
What to pack: warm-weather clothes with layers: shorts and light pants, a sweater or light jacket for breezy evenings on deck, and comfortable walking shoes.
How April compares with the rest of the year
- Jan: Best time to go
- Feb: Best time to go
- Mar: Best time to go
- Apr: Good time to go
- May: Best time to go
- Jun: Good time to go
- Jul: Good time to go
- Aug: Good time to go
- Sep: Best time to go
- Oct: Good time to go
- Nov: Good time to go
- Dec: Good time to go
- No regular sailings
- Shoulder season
- Good time to go
- Best time to go
Hawaii weather in April
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 6920 | 6920 | 7021 | 7222 | 7424 | 7825 | 8027 | 8127 | 8027 | 7826 | 7323 | 6921 |
| Low °F (°C) | 6217 | 6116 | 6217 | 6418 | 6619 | 6820 | 7122 | 7222 | 7122 | 6921 | 6619 | 6217 |
| Rain in (mm) | 4.1103 | 3.793 | 4.3110 | 3.075 | 2.255 | 1.539 | 1.334 | 1.947 | 2.152 | 2.974 | 3.897 | 4.6116 |
| Daylight (hrs) | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 10 |
April weather port by port
| Port | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | 79°F | 74°F | 2.7 in | 13 h |
| Kahului (Maui) | 77°F | 74°F | 2.2 in | 13 h |
| Hilo | 79°F | 73°F | 7.6 in | 13 h |
| Kona (Kailua-Kona) | 78°F | 76°F | 4.0 in | 13 h |
| Nawiliwili (Kauai) | 77°F | 74°F | 2.1 in | 13 h |
| Los Angeles | 65°F | 57°F | 0.6 in | 13 h |
| San Diego | 75°F | 56°F | 0.5 in | 13 h |
| San Francisco | 65°F | 49°F | 1.2 in | 13 h |
| Vancouver | 54°F | 43°F | 5.7 in | 14 h |
Average daily highs and lows, 2015–2024, from NASA POWER, adjusted to sea level. Rain is the average monthly total.
Other great cruise destinations in April
Hawaii in April: FAQs
Is April a good time to cruise Hawaii?
Yes, it's a good month. The week after Easter, Hilo hosts the Merrie Monarch Festival, widely regarded as the most prestigious hula competition anywhere, filling the town with performances and craft fairs. Late whales still linger early in the month. Repositioning ships heading from Hawaii to Alaska offer one-way bargains, and the islands are drier and quieter after spring break.
What is the weather like on a Hawaii cruise in April?
Across Hawaii cruise ports, April brings average highs around 72°F (22°C) and lows near 64°F, with about 3 inches of rain over the month and roughly 13 hours of daylight. Conditions vary from port to port and day to day.
What should I pack for a Hawaii cruise in April?
Pack warm-weather clothes with layers: shorts and light pants, a sweater or light jacket for breezy evenings on deck, and comfortable walking shoes. Check your cruise line's dress code for evenings.
When is the best time to cruise Hawaii?
Year-round; humpback whales December to April. Best weather-and-value months April to May and September to October.. The best months are usually January, February, March, May, September.
Where else can I cruise in April?
April is also a top month for Caribbean, Eastern Caribbean, Western Caribbean, Southern Caribbean, Bahamas.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: NASA POWER climate data.