The Big Island in November
November is one of the best months to visit the Big Island: a typical day grades A, the 2nd best of the 12 months. Expect highs near 83°F, water around 79°F and about a 22% chance of rain on a given day. Beaches are typically busy (Thanksgiving and Día de Muertos).
The Big Island month by month
Typical grade and high for each month. Higher is better: A+ to F.
- JanA-81°F
- FebA-81°F
- MarA-81°F
- AprA-82°F
- MayA83°F
- JunA-84°F
- JulA-85°F
- AugA-86°F
- SepA86°F
- OctA85°F
- NovA83°F
- DecA-81°F
October: A · November: A · December: A-. The best months are usually September, October and November, and the weakest are March and July.
Best beaches in the Big Island in November
Resorts with the best typical November, and their grades for the next few days.
| Beach | Typical Nov | This week |
|---|---|---|
| Four Seasons Resort Hualalai | A | SatA-SunA-MonA-TueAWedA |
| Fairmont Orchid | A | SatASunAMonATueAWedA |
| SCP Hotel | A | SatB-SunB-MonB-TueA-WedA- |
| PACIFIC 19 Kona | A | SatA-SunA-MonA-TueA-WedA |
| Kona By The Sea | A | SatA-SunA-MonA-TueA-WedA |
| Kalani Retreat Center | A | SatB-SunB-MonB-TueA-WedA- |
| Ocean Club | A | SatA-SunA-MonA-TueAWedA |
| Hilton Waikoloa Village | A | SatA-SunA-MonATueAWedA |
Grades for the next few days from Veabird's beach forecast, updated Oct 3, 18:00 UTC. Higher is better: A+ to F.
How it compares
The Big Island is among the best-graded beach destinations in November. Every destination in November.
Questions
- Is November a good time to visit the Big Island?
- November is one of the best months to visit the Big Island: a typical day grades A, the 2nd best of the 12 months. Expect highs near 83°F, water around 79°F and about a 22% chance of rain on a given day. Beaches are typically busy (Thanksgiving and Día de Muertos).
- How warm is the Big Island in November?
- Typical highs are about 83°F and the sea is about 79°F. Most swimmers find it comfortable.
- Is November hurricane season in the Big Island?
- No. Storm risk is very low in November.
- How crowded is the Big Island in November?
- Typically busy, around Thanksgiving and Día de Muertos. The quietest months are usually September and October.
Plan it
Typical-month numbers from Veabird's year-ahead outlook for the 21 resorts here (median resort): 6 years of ERA5 climate normals, the seasonal pattern of the Atlantic sargassum belt, holiday crowd calendars and historical storm tracks. Any given year can differ; check the 16-day forecast before you go.