Honolulu is an ideal getaway anytime of year. Besides the fabulous blue waters, the insane beaches, friendly locals, and no shortage of fun things to do, style in Honolulu is just as easy and breezy as island life is. Everywhere you go, on the streets, in the bars, or on the beach, you will find an expression of casual that runs the gamut thanks to an island culture of “take it easy” and an interesting parade of stylish visitors from all over the world.
What to Wear and Pack | Style Inspirations | Weather
Vacationers from all over the world visit Honolulu bringing with them their own local flavor and personal style. Current trends you’d find back home all have their own island adaptations. You can also find a plethora of tourist garb like Hawaiian shirts and dresses, leis, and plumeria hair accessories that look just right any time of day. In other words, you can be as decked out, as simple, or as touristy as you feel comfortable.
Since the weather is wonderfully temperate, especially in the shade and with lots of breezes, you can comfortably wear light layers, accessories such as scarves and booties, lots of jewelry, and pants. Don’t feel like you have to relegate your packing list to just sundresses, bathing suits and cover-ups (although you ARE on an island vacation – so feel free to relax your wardrobe, too!).
Other tips
- A fashionable wide-brimmed hat is fabulous on the beach or on the streets.
- A crossbody bag is easier on your back for a long day of shopping, walking, and touring.
- Show respect for restaurateurs and their guests by covering up indoors. It’s a good idea to bring an extra top or cover-up in case the one you come to the beach with gets soaked (it happens!).
- A stroll on Kuhio or Kalakaua Avenues is a lot more enjoyable in a comfortable pair of sandals, flats, or cute street sneakers.
- If you plan to be a little more adventurous, be sure to bring sturdy sneakers for a hike up Diamond Head.
- Bring some light water shoes for the beach- Waikiki has some rocky areas in even the shallowest parts of its waters.
- Stylish layers are perfect for a sightseeing tour or a day of shopping. Try the vest as an alternate cover up.
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Click on each item to learn more: Vest, Delia’s $19.50; Essential tank, Isabella Oliver, $58.65; City shorts, Isabella Oliver, $155; Crocs wedge sandal; Crossbody bag, $68
Click on each item to learn more: Knit tunic, Arden B, $39; Cropped leggings, Esprit, #39.50; T-strap sandals, The Buckle, $49; Tote, Jessica Simpson, $49.99
Click on each item to learn more: Tube dress, The Buckle, $38; Dolman sleeve hoodie, Delia’s, $33.50; Platform sandals, $99.99; Raffia clutch, Global Elements, $34.99
The perfect time of year since this is Honolulu’s dry season. Unlike the US West Coast, surfers and bathers play and swim freely in the ocean since water temps are in the 80s! Humidity, temperature and rainfall are moderated by it’s mid-Pacific location so expect good hair and a welcome sprinkling of rain here and there. Winds from the mountains can bring some wind, so prepare for cool breezes on the beach on some days.
October – November Average High Temperature: 85 degrees F (29.4 degrees C) October – November Average High Temperature: 71 degrees F (21.7 degrees C)Rainfall is more common but only averages 2.5 inches monthly in October and November.
December – May Average High Temperature: 82 degrees F (27.8 degrees C) December – May Average High Temperature: 67 degrees F (19.4 degrees C)November and December are the rainiest months, averaging almost 4 inches per month. Rainfall slowly decreases to 2 inches then 1 inch in each of April and May. Water temps only go down 5 inches, making Honolulu a great winter getaway during the holidays!
