Is Hilo very rainy?

Is Hilo very rainy? According to the National Weather Service, Hilo averages about 130 inches of rain a year. That is a mind-blowing 10 feet of rain a year on average.

Is Hilo colder than Kona?

In West Hawaii, Kailua-Kona is typically a few degrees warmer and quite a bit more arid than tropical Hilo. It can stay warmer in the evening (unless you are higher up in the Kona hills.) It's typically warm and sunny near the ocean, and partly cloudy in the hills.

Which Hawaiian island has the least amount of rain?

Big Island It gets only about 17 inches of rain per year. Kona: Kona, with its fun nightlife and vibrant hotels, is one of the driest places in Hawaii. It only receives about 12 inches of rain per year.

Is Kona or Hilo better?

The main differences are the climate and types of activities available. While Kona has drier weather and is popular for snorkeling, whale watching and coffee tours, Hilo caters to travelers seeking out lush rainforests, active volcanoes and small-town hospitality.

Is Hilo muggy?

It can be very hot and humid in summer. Rain, you know, it just depends. This summer has been rainy on the whole island because of the very active hurricane season. But sometimes in summer, Hilo weather is sunny for days or weeks.

Is Hilo the dry side of the Big Island?

The west side (Kona side) is called the 'dry side' of the island, and the east side (Hilo side) the 'wet side'.

Does Hilo rain everyday?

So, Does it Always Rain in Hilo? The answer is both yes and no. We show a high chance of rain every day on the weather report, and they are almost always correct. If we don't get our early morning rain, that is unusual.

Is the water quality in Hilo Hawaii?

For the latest quarter assessed by the U.S. EPA (January 2021 - March 2021), tap water provided by this water utility was in compliance with federal health-based drinking water standards.

Are there swimmable beaches in Hilo?

Farther up the road, Onekahakaha Beach Park has it all: safe swimming, small white-sand beach, lifeguards, and amenities. Turn left onto Onekahakaha Road and park in the lot of Hilo's favorite family beach.

Which Hawaiian island is the rainiest?

Nicknamed the “Garden Isle” for its magically lush appearance, Kauai is considered one of the rainiest places on earth. Over 460 inches of rain fall annually on this tiny Hawaiian island, making it prone of some flooding at certain times throughout the year.