Maui Travel Guide – Hawaiʻi in July
If you’re looking for warm, sunny Hawaiʻi weather perfect for beach activities and outdoor adventures, visiting Maui in July is a great choice! Check out our seasonal guide to plan your vacation to Maui in July. Learn more about the weather, unique activities, and what to bring, so you can make the most of your unforgettable adventure to Maui, Hawaiʻi.
Maui Weather in July
In July, Maui generally experiences hot and sunny weather, as it falls within the island’s dry season. This makes it a great time for outdoor activities and enjoying the over 80 accessible beaches, all with diverse experiences from golden sand to unique red or black sand.
Hereʻs what to expect:
- Sunrise & Sunset: Sunrise in Maui during August will be around 5:50 am, while sunset will be around 7:05 pm
- Temperature: High temperatures typically average in the mid to upper 80s Fahrenheit (around 29°C), with average lows in the low to mid 70s Fahrenheit (around 21-22°C). The trade winds generally help to keep things feeling comfortable despite the heat.
- Rainfall: July is part of Maui’s dry season, with low average precipitation. While you might still encounter occasional rain showers, especially on the windward sides of the island, these are usually brief.
- Humidity: Humidity can be high in the tourist-heavy areas like Kihei and Lahaina during the summer.
- Ocean conditions: Ocean temperatures are warm (around 78°F or 26°C), making it ideal for swimming, surfing, and snorkeling. Summer brings small to medium-sized waves to the South and West shores.
- Other factors:
- Expect sunny skies and prime beach conditions.
- Trade winds are usually blowing consistently.
- July is a peak tourist season, so book early and look for discounts.
- The probability of a tropical storm or hurricane making landfall is low.
Learn more on the Road to Hāna
Must-Do Maui July Activities
Explore Over 80 Maui Beaches
Enjoy yourself at one of our amazing beaches, full of opportunities to swim, surf, and snorkel. If you aren’t one to wade in the water, soak up some sun or walk the shore. While you may be visiting during peak tourist season, we have a list of some secret beaches just for you.
The Best Hawaiʻi Snorkeling
Maui is known for its excellent snorkeling opportunities, with diverse marine life and beautiful coral reefs. Popular spots include Moloki Crater, Honolua Bay, Kapalua Bay, Black Rock and Turtle Town. Molokini, a partially submerged volcanic crater, is famous for its clear water and abundant fish species. Turtle Town, along Maui’s south shore, is a great place to spot Hawaiian green sea turtles!
Drive the Historic Road to Hāna
The Road to Hāna is a renowned scenic highway traveling up the coastline of Maui. You’ll encounter a diverse array of natural wonders, including botanical gardens, bamboo forests, and black sand beaches like Waiʻānapanapa State Park. The journey itself offers an immersive and personal experience on the island, fueling the adventurous side of you and allowing you to see and appreciate Maui’s raw, untamed beauty.
Watch the Amazing Sunrise from Haleakalā National Park
As the sun rises or sets over the volcanic crater and surrounding landscape of Haleakalā National Park, you’ll experience an unforgettable memory. With panoramic views from a fairly high vantage point, you’ll have some pretty awesome photos to take home.
Experience a Traditional Lūʻau
One of the many reasons we love when people visit is that we get to share our unique culture. There’s no better way to do that than with a traditional lūʻau. You’ll experience the magic of lei making, traditional music, and eat the most delicious Hawaiian cuisine. Don’t miss out on an experience to celebrate the rich Hawaiian culture in an authentic way.
Tips for Choosing and Enjoying a lūʻau:
- Consider Location: Lūʻau are located on both the west and south sides of Maui, so choose one close to your accommodation.
- Check Reviews: See what other travelers say about the lūʻau food, entertainment, and overall experience.
- Authenticity: Look for lūʻau that emphasize traditional Hawaiian culture and practices.
- Dress Code: Casual beach attire is appropriate.
- Luau Etiquette: Be respectful of the performers and avoid disruptive behavior.
- Book in Advance: Lūʻau can sell out, especially during peak seasons, so book your tickets early.
World Class Golfing
Golf on Maui is that memorable. Choose from 14 courses (several of which are ranked at or near the top of the “world’s best” lists) designed by noted course architects and golfing luminaries such as Arnold Palmer and Ben Crenshaw. The incredible views, manicured fairways and greens, aloha service, pro shops and amenities are equally amazing.
Experience the Famous Haleakalā Sunrise Tour
Checklists for Maui in July
We know that packing can be stressful. But you’re coming to Maui to de-stress and that all starts with how you plan. We’ve put together a checklist for you as you prepare your trip to our beautiful island.
What to Pack
- Lightweight and breathable clothes, like cotton and linen. July in Maui is hot and sunny, so pack clothes that will provide comfort and protection.
- Everything for the beach! Swimsuits, a cover-up, and beach towels (while many resorts provide them, you’ll want to bring them for public beaches).
- A good pair of walking shoes, especially if you plan on hiking or exploring our incredible national parks.
- Reef-safe sunscreen is an absolute must! There are plenty of shops to get reef-safe sunscreen, but please help us protect our delicate coral reefs.
- A light jacket or sweater will keep you comfortable if one of the nights you’re here gets chilly.
- Other essentials, whether you keep them in a beach bag or a backpack. Think travel first-aid kit, a camera, and a reusable water bottle for starters.
What to Plan
- All necessary reservations for parks, restaurants, dinner cruises, lūʻaus, and tours, as July can be a busy month.
- Rental car reservation for easier, more convenient travel around Maui.
- Your tee times if you plan on golfing.
Travel Pono
We want to help you do those things “pono” (in the right way).
Our Commitment:
“To impart to our guests a genuine understanding of the aloha spirit and help them to travel pono by fostering care and respect for our community, environment and host culture.”
The Hawaiian culture is all about sharing. Sharing from ancient times through to recent history, they have shared to such an extent that they’ve given almost everything they had, including their lives. We all want Hawaiian culture to grow and thrive again. Simply feeling the aloha and expressing it shows respect for the culture, and helps it grow stronger. A resident shows respect to a visitor by sharing aloha and welcoming the visitor by returning a friendly wave. The honor system is alive and well at most fruit stands across East Maui due to the trust the residents have in the visitors.
A visitor can reciprocate this trust and kindness by learning about a few things that can make life better for the area’s residents. Simple things, like driving according to road conditions and pulling off to let resident drivers go ahead is always a kind gesture. No one wants to have to constantly deal with trespassers, (especially the intentional ones), or badly parked vehicles – and that applies to anywhere in the world. Think about your actions as if it was your backyard. How would you want visitors to act towards you and your property? Now you know what is pono. Simply treat others as you would like to be treated and aloha will rule the day.
Keep in mind that residents need to go places too. Please move off the road if you decide to slow down or stop for a photo op or any other purpose, including, (but not limited to): standing in the road while picture taking; while driving a lot slower just to take a longer look (AKA: being a “looky loo”) or attempting to park. Make sure you’re completely off the road no matter why you’re stopping. Getting run into – or worse, getting run over, on what was supposed to be your “best day on Maui”, can turn even the best vacation into your worst nightmare.
Please don’t ignore any road signs. They are there for a good reason and visitors are asked to follow them for their own safety and the safety of the residents.
Things You Should Remember To Do to Share Your Aloha
Driving & Residents
Driving can be frustrating, no matter where you’re from, but island driving has it’s own challenges. Most roads in Maui were built over 100 years ago, during the heyday of the sugarcane industry, from little more than dirt pathways. Constant upgrades (widening & lane additions) have developed over the years for the main arteries which have resulted in several multi lane highways. Resort areas have experienced improved traffic flow, but there are few alternate routes when traffic gets snarled.
Many rural and residential roads (especially the road to Hana) are narrow with utility poles and vegetation quite close to the road’s edges. Though this seems dangerous (and it can be), residents have been driving these roads for generations and know every twist and bend. When visiting most tourist areas in the world, it can seem like the residents are the crazy drivers, and if they’re frustrated with heavy rental car traffic while trying to get to work or home, that can certainly be the case, but they also know the road well and know where they’re headed, whereas tourists generally don’t. The main thing to keep in mind is to slow down and let resident drivers pass. Be sure to give yourself a little extra time and just enjoy the scenery!
Coral Damage & Reef Safe Sunscreen
Recent research suggests there is ongoing coral bleaching happening all around Maui. Studies have found that harmful chemicals in commercial sunscreens may be contributing to this decline of our reef systems. Another reason reefs are becoming damaged is visitors walking on them. Not only can you become injured and incur nasty staph infections from walking on coral it also causes coral breakage which can take years for the reef to recover from.
E komo mai! We’re thrilled you chose to visit Maui for your vacation.
