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Kaanapali Beach Maui

Best Time to Visit Kaanapali Beach

Wondering if there is an ideal time to visit Kaanapali Beach?

You can visit Kaanapali Beach in Maui year round, but the shoulder months will make for the most enjoyable visit.

During April and May, or September and October, the weather is great, and the crowds lower than during the summer. During the shoulder seasons, you will likely pay less for airfare and accommodation, leaving you with more splurge dollars for activities and fine dining.

Want a Maui vacation with little to no rain? Visit during the dry season that runs from April through October, and spend most of your time on the leeward (west) side, which gets much less rain than the windward side, where Hana is.

Kaanapali Beach in Maui
Kaanapali Beach at sunset

Visiting Kaanapali for Whale Watching

If whale watching is high on your list for you visit to Kaanapali, the whale season on the west side of Maui runs from late November through the middle of April, with the most sightings in January and February.

Visiting Kaanapali for Snorkeling

If snorkeling is on your bucket list for Kaanapali, the dry season months usually offer calmer seas and better visibility. However, you can snorkel year round at Kaanapali: just make sure you check the weather forecast and ocean swells.

Visiting Kaanapali when Prices are Lower

Hotel (and vacation rental) prices on Maui (including Kaanapali) tend to be highest in the summer and in December, and lower in May and September-November.

Visiting Kaanapali when Crowds are Less

Summer, spring break, and the holidays are the busiest times on Maui, including Kaanapali Beach. If you are looking for a quieter experience, try April-May or September-November.

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