Planning a trip to Hawaii but nit sure when the right time to go is because of hurricanes?
When is hurricane season in Hawaii?
The hurricane season for Hawaii runs from June 1 to November 30. The peak times are between September and October, which is when about 2 hurricanes form every 10 years.
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This is similar to Aruba’s hurricane season.
What Are Hurricanes Like In Hawaii?
Hurricanes often hit the islands, but the risks vary depending on the different seasons and their severity. Hurricanes vary according to their intensity and can be classified as: tropical storms, hurricanes or major hurricanes (category 3 and above). It’s the major hurricanes that cause the most damage.
What Month Has The Most Hurricanes In Hawaii?
The peak months for hurricanes in Hawaii are from September to November. The ocean temperatures in these months make it easier for hurricanes to form. The two major types of hurricane are the north and south tropical cyclones.
North tropical cyclones mainly affect the Hawaiian Islands, while south tropical cyclones travel from Mexico towards Hawaii. In the Gulf Stream, north tropic storms can get more intense than others due to warmer water temperatures of 15°C.
How Often Is Hawaii Hit By Hurricanes?
A hurricane hits Hawaii on average every 7 years or so. The worst known hurricanes in Hawaii were the 1865 Iwa and the 1871 Paka, while the worst hurricane in terms of damage was Hurricane Iniki in 1992.
Past hurricanes that hit Hawaii include Henriette (1958), Dot (1959), Flossy (1963), Eloise (1975), Ioke (2006) and Walaka (2018). The last hurricane that caused significant damage was Hurricane Lane in 2018.
When Was The Last Hurricane In Hawaii?
At the time of writing this in the fall of 2021, the last hurricane in Hawaii was Hurricane Lane in 2018.
What Is The Largest Hurricane To Hit Hawaii?
The most powerful major hurricane to hit Hawaii was the 1871 Paka and the largest hurricane to ever make landfall over the islands was Hurricane Iniki in 1992. It caused an estimated $2 billion worth of damage.
Conclusion
The hurricane season in Hawaii is roughly June 1 to November 30. The peak months are September to November. A hurricane can cause major damage, so if you’re planning a trip in the fall or winter, you should check with your insurance provider to see whether you need cover for this added risk.