How should I dress to Hawaii in January?

Think of what you normally wear when temperatures are in the upper 70s and lower 80s in your home town. That's what would be appropriate for a winter vacation in Hawaii. For us, we wear shorts and short-sleeved shirts for most sightseeing and activities. We don't pack winter coats or heavy sweaters or any winter wear.



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While you may need a light sweater or light jacket in the evenings during your trip, Hawaii's high humidity and sunny, pleasant temperatures create the perfect beach weather to swim and get some sun.

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Pretty much the same as in summer with maybe long pants and a sweater if it gets cold. I remember sweltering Decembers and cold Januarys. Sometimes when it stormed in winter, it might get into the 50's. Not sure with climate change how Hawaii is affected.

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Take a light jacket or sweater, but chances are you won't even wear that. Of course, if you're planning to stargaze atop Mauna Kea volcano or see sunrise at the summit of Haleakala, you'll need heavier attire because it can dip below the 30s Fahrenheit there.

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Even though January is one of Hawaii's cooler months, the ocean temperatures are still warm enough to allow you to swim comfortably. You can expect the ocean temperatures to reach around 72 to 76 degrees F, making the water just slightly cooler than the outside temperatures at the peak of the day.

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While airfares to Hawaii during January are not as cheap as those from February to March, you can still find more affordable flights compared to the peak months. January is the time when the holiday rush is starting to subside. Because of this, you can expect to find open seats around mid-to-late January.

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Water temperatures are around 74 degrees so swimming is a year round activity here in Hawaii. If you're looking into boating, snorkeling, surfing or any other Hawaii activity this winter, be sure to book as soon as possible!

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The State of Hawai'i is home to eight invasive species of mosquitoes - six that bite humans and two that feed solely on plants.

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The best time to visit Hawaii is between March and September. This is when the islands see the highest temperatures and the lowest amount of rain. It's the perfect time to enjoy the beach or the water.

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Aloha attire for women : Slacks and a blouse are great as well as an aloha-style dress and sandals. Aloha attire for men: Aloha shirts (obviously) with either loose fitting pants (think linen or cotton) or tasteful length shorts. Polo shirts are also great.

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Hawaiian Style Tip #1: Aloha Attire
  1. Aloha attire for women : Slacks and a blouse are great as well as an aloha-style dress and sandals.
  2. Aloha attire for men: Aloha shirts (obviously) with either loose fitting pants (think linen or cotton) or tasteful length shorts. Polo shirts are also great.


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What Do Hawaiians Wear?
  • Aloha attire for women : Slacks and a blouse are great as well as an aloha-style dress and sandals.
  • Aloha attire for men: Aloha shirts (obviously) with either loose fitting pants (think linen or cotton) or tasteful length shorts. Polo shirts are also great.


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