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Hawaii cruises in June
King Kamehameha Day on June 11 brings floral parades and lei-draped statues in Honolulu and on the Big Island. Summer begins, with highs in the mid-80s °F, calm south-facing waters and family crowds once mainland schools finish. The Central Pacific hurricane season starts, though direct hits on Hawaii are rare.
- Good time to go
- Avg high 78°F
- 14 hrs daylight
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Hawaii in June: Good time to go
King Kamehameha Day on June 11 brings floral parades and lei-draped statues in Honolulu and on the Big Island. Summer begins, with highs in the mid-80s °F, calm south-facing waters and family crowds once mainland schools finish. The Central Pacific hurricane season starts, though direct hits on Hawaii are rare.
Across Hawaii cruise ports, June brings average highs around 78°F (25°C) and lows near 68°F, with about 1.5 inches of rain over the month and roughly 14 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
- 78°F / 68°F
- Rainfall (month)
- 1.5 in
- Daylight
- About 14 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 June 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 June
| 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 |
June weather port by port
| Port | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | 82°F | 76°F | 1.6 in | 13 h |
| Kahului (Maui) | 79°F | 76°F | 1.1 in | 13 h |
| Hilo | 81°F | 74°F | 3.3 in | 13 h |
| Kona (Kailua-Kona) | 79°F | 77°F | 2.2 in | 13 h |
| Nawiliwili (Kauai) | 80°F | 77°F | 1.3 in | 14 h |
| Los Angeles | 69°F | 62°F | 0.0 in | 14 h |
| San Diego | 84°F | 62°F | 1.1 in | 14 h |
| San Francisco | 73°F | 54°F | 0.1 in | 15 h |
| Vancouver | 70°F | 57°F | 3.2 in | 16 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 June
Hawaii in June: FAQs
Is June a good time to cruise Hawaii?
Yes, it's a good month. King Kamehameha Day on June 11 brings floral parades and lei-draped statues in Honolulu and on the Big Island. Summer begins, with highs in the mid-80s °F, calm south-facing waters and family crowds once mainland schools finish. The Central Pacific hurricane season starts, though direct hits on Hawaii are rare.
What is the weather like on a Hawaii cruise in June?
Across Hawaii cruise ports, June brings average highs around 78°F (25°C) and lows near 68°F, with about 1.5 inches of rain over the month and roughly 14 hours of daylight. Conditions vary from port to port and day to day.
What should I pack for a Hawaii cruise in June?
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 June?
June is also a top month for Bermuda, Alaska, Mediterranean, Western Mediterranean, Eastern Mediterranean & Adriatic.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: NASA POWER climate data.