May brings warm and sunny weather to Kaanapali Beach, perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing. The ocean conditions remain calm, which is not ideal for surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. However, this calmness makes it a great month for enjoying other water activities, such as paddleboarding and kayaking. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
May is considered the start of the low season in Maui, resulting in fewer visitors and less crowded beaches. However, Memorial Day weekend can bring an increase in visitors, so expect a slight uptick in crowdedness during that time.
The average maximum temperature in Kaanapali Beach in May is 28°. The average maximum temperature is 27° in the previous month and 29° in the next month.
The average temperature in Kaanapali Beach in May is 25°. The average temperature ranges is 23° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Kaanapali Beach in May is 21°. The minimum temperature is 20° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Kaanapali Beach in May are 13.1 and there are 7 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Kaanapali Beach in May is typically 12.6 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Kaanapali Beach in May is 26.1° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average maximum wind speed in Kaanapali Beach in May is typically 32kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 34kmh in the previous month and 37kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Kaanapali Beach in May is typically 20kmh. The average wind speed is 22kmh in the previous month and 23kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Kaanapali Beach in May is from the North-Northeast.
