Duke's OceanFest
August, Waikīkī
Surfing, paddling and swimming events honouring Duke Kahanamoku. Swimwear, a rash guard and reef-safe sunscreen.
Highs32°C (90°F)
Lows24°C (75°F)
Rainy days~6
Daylight12.5 h
CrowdsPeak season
August averages for Honolulu International Airport. Source
August is the hottest month and still busy; hurricane season is active but direct hits are rare. Lightest clothing and lots of sunscreen.
☀️ By day
The hottest month: breathable clothes and UV protection.
🌙 Evening
Light and breezy.
What's on in August
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Statehood Day
Third Friday of August
A state holiday with quiet celebrations. Beaches get busy.
August packing essentials
Your August outfit list
- SundressesCotton maxi dressShop Amazon ↗
- SwimwearFull-coverage swimwearShop Amazon ↗
- Rash guardShop Amazon ↗
- Linen shortsLinen palazzoShop Amazon ↗
- Water shoesShop Amazon ↗
- Sun hatShop Amazon ↗
- Aloha shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Swim / board shortsShop Amazon ↗
- Rash guardShop Amazon ↗
- Quick-dry teesShop Amazon ↗
- Water shoesShop Amazon ↗
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Dress code
- Aloha casual is the dress code almost everywhere; resort restaurants may ask for collared shirts and closed shoes for men.
- Swimwear is fine at the beach; add a cover-up for shops and restaurants.
- Use reef-safe (mineral) sunscreen — Hawaii bans oxybenzone and octinoxate sunscreens.