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Maui in March

Whales and spring break

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

March is a good time to visit Maui.

March is still whale season, with spring break crowds.

7/10 overall18–28°CHigh crowds$$$$$
Weather7/10
Crowds4.5/10
Prices$$$$$
Events7.5/10

March in detail

What March actually feels like

Weather
18–28°C
Warm, around 28°C.
Crowds
High
Busy.
Prices
$$$$$
High rates.

+Whales still around.

–Spring break crowds.

My tip for March

Book cars early, they sell out.

  • Whale watching
  • Beaches

How March compares

Against the other eleven months

6th of 12 overall in Maui, 8th for weather, 8th for space, 8th for value. The emptiest month is May; the best value is May.

See all twelve months for Maui

Plan around

What’s on in Maui in March

Winter crowds

December–March

Whale season and holidays push up prices.
Rain

November–March

The wettest months, mostly on the north and east sides.

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Weather

Weather in Maui in March

In March Maui averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 18°C (64°F), with about 67 mm of rain or snow over 10 wet days. The warmest month is July (around 32°C) and the coolest is January (around 28°C); the wettest month is December.

Average high
28°C
82°F
Average low
18°C
64°F
Precipitation
67 mm
Wet days
10

Climate data: NOAA (Kahului Airport, 1991–2020). Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

Maui in March: the questions people ask

Is March a good time to visit Maui?
March is a good time to visit Maui. It ranks 6 of 12 months in Maui overall (8 for weather, 8 for space, 8 for value). The main upside: Whales still around. The main downside: Spring break crowds.
What is the weather like in Maui in March?
Average highs are around 28°C and lows around 18°C. Expect about 67 mm of rain or snow over roughly 10 wet days. Warm, around 28°C. For comparison, the warmest month is July (around 32°C) and the coolest is January (around 28°C).
Is Maui crowded in March?
Crowds are high. Busy. The quietest month is May.
How expensive is Maui in March?
Prices are at level 5 of 5 ($$$$$). High rates. The best-value month is May.
When is the best time to visit Maui?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, May is the best month overall (March ranks 6 of 12). The quietest month is May and the best value is May.

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