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Hawaii cruises in March

March brings the Honolulu Festival and Prince Kūhiō Day on the 26th, along with the last strong weeks of whale season. Spring break lifts family demand mid-month. Winter rains taper off and north-shore surf calms, opening more snorkeling spots on Kauai and Maui.

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Avg high 70°F
12 hrs daylight

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Hawaii in March: Best time to go

Across Hawaii cruise ports, March brings average highs around 70°F (21°C) and lows near 62°F, with about 4.3 inches of rain over the month and roughly 12 hours of daylight.

Verdict: Best 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: 70°F / 62°F
Rainfall (month): 4.3 in
Daylight: About 12 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. It's one of the wetter months, so bring a compact umbrella or rain jacket.

How March compares with the rest of the year

No regular sailings
Shoulder season
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Hawaii weather in March

Average monthly weather in Hawaii cruise ports
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

Average daily highs and lows and monthly rainfall for 2015–2024 from NASA POWER for the area around Hawaii cruise ports, adjusted to sea level; daylight is calculated for mid-month. Real weather on any given day varies.

March weather port by port

Port	Avg high	Avg low	Rain	Daylight
Honolulu	77°F	72°F	3.9 in	12 h
Kahului (Maui)	76°F	73°F	3.2 in	12 h
Hilo	78°F	71°F	7.3 in	12 h
Kona (Kailua-Kona)	77°F	75°F	5.0 in	12 h
Nawiliwili (Kauai)	76°F	73°F	3.9 in	12 h
Los Angeles	64°F	56°F	2.7 in	12 h
San Diego	71°F	54°F	2.0 in	12 h
San Francisco	62°F	47°F	3.4 in	12 h
Vancouver	47°F	37°F	7.8 in	12 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 March

See every destination for March, with a port weather map →

Hawaii in March: FAQs

Is March a good time to cruise Hawaii?

Yes, it's one of the best months. March brings the Honolulu Festival and Prince Kūhiō Day on the 26th, along with the last strong weeks of whale season. Spring break lifts family demand mid-month. Winter rains taper off and north-shore surf calms, opening more snorkeling spots on Kauai and Maui.

What is the weather like on a Hawaii cruise in March?

Across Hawaii cruise ports, March brings average highs around 70°F (21°C) and lows near 62°F, with about 4.3 inches of rain over the month and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Conditions vary from port to port and day to day.

What should I pack for a Hawaii cruise in March?

Pack warm-weather clothes with layers: shorts and light pants, a sweater or light jacket for breezy evenings on deck, and comfortable walking shoes. It's one of the wetter months, so bring a compact umbrella or rain jacket. 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 March?

March 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.