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Maui in October

Calm fall

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

October is one of the best months to visit Maui.

October is calm, warm and still dry.

8/10 overall21–32°CModerate crowds$$$
Weather8.5/10
Crowds7.5/10
Prices$$$
Events4/10

October in detail

What October actually feels like

Weather
21–32°C
Hot, around 32°C.
Crowds
Moderate
Quiet.
Prices
$$$
Lower rates.

+Quiet beaches.

–Rains begin late in the month.

My tip for October

Hike the Waihe'e Ridge Trail in the morning.

  • Beaches
  • Hiking

How October compares

Against the other eleven months

3rd of 12 overall in Maui, 4th for weather, 1st for space, 1st for value. The emptiest month is May; the best value is May.

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Weather

Weather in Maui in October

In October Maui averages a high of 32°C (90°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F), with about 21 mm of rain or snow over 7 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
32°C
90°F
Average low
21°C
70°F
Precipitation
21 mm
Wet days
7

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

Quick answers

Maui in October: the questions people ask

Is October a good time to visit Maui?
October is one of the best months to visit Maui. It ranks 3 of 12 months in Maui overall (4 for weather, 1 for space, 1 for value). The main upside: Quiet beaches. The main downside: Rains begin late in the month.
What is the weather like in Maui in October?
Average highs are around 32°C and lows around 21°C. Expect about 21 mm of rain or snow over roughly 7 wet days. Hot, around 32°C. For comparison, the warmest month is July (around 32°C) and the coolest is January (around 28°C).
Is Maui crowded in October?
Crowds are moderate. Quiet. The quietest month is May.
How expensive is Maui in October?
Prices are at level 3 of 5 ($$$). Lower 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 (October ranks 3 of 12). The quietest month is May and the best value is May.

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