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Hilo in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Hilo in February and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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February

Weather in Hilo in February 2026

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
February could be a good time to visit Hilo, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +79°F, and there are typically 1 sunny days in February. However, expect about 24 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 285 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+57°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
285 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Hilo has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Hilo in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Hilo for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in February is +75°F with a maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +61°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +75°F.

Is Hilo warm or cold in February?

Hilo is typically warm in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +79°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +66°F to +66°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

February is one of the coolest months in Hilo, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Hilo in February

Hilo weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+79°F+79°F+79°F
Min. temperature
+46°F+57°F+61°F
Max. temperature
+90°F+88°F+88°F
Rainfall
264 mm285 mm400 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
77%77%78%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
211
Cloudy days
532
Rainy days
242428
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as ok as in January. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +79°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 264 mm to 285 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 77%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in January to 1 in February.

March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Hilo in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Hilo is gradually increasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Hilo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 1337 mm, with a 96% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 189 mm, which is considered heavy rain. February is a pretty wet month with over 27 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Hilo wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 90% chance of precipitation and 400 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 97% chance of precipitation and 228 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Hilo?

This is the weather in Hilo in February 2024:
1 February
☀️
+81°F
2 February
☀️
+81°F
3 February
☁️
+80°F
4 February
🌧️
+78°F
5 February
🌧️
+77°F
6 February
🌧️
+75°F
7 February
🌧️
+77°F
8 February
🌧️
+74°F
9 February
🌧️
+76°F
10 February
🌧️
+77°F
11 February
🌧️
+74°F
12 February
🌫️
+72°F
13 February
🌧️
+75°F
14 February
☀️
+76°F
15 February
☀️
+75°F
16 February
🌧️
+74°F
17 February
🌫️
+73°F
18 February
🌫️
+73°F
19 February
🌫️
+73°F
20 February
🌫️
+72°F
21 February
🌧️
+75°F
22 February
🌧️
+73°F
23 February
🌧️
+73°F
24 February
🌫️
+71°F
25 February
🌧️
+75°F
26 February
🌧️
+73°F
27 February
🌧️
+75°F
28 February
🌧️
+75°F
In February 2024 Hilo had 4 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 17 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +72°F. The average humidity was 88%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 62%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 17 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Hilo climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Hilo in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1999 (+79°F) and the highest in 2015 (+83°F). The driest year was 1983 with only 1515 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1990 with 6234 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Hilo in February:

Is February a good time to visit Hilo?

It’s always a good time to visit Hilo, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Hilo in February?

February is warm in Hilo. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Hilo rainy in February?

Hilo is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Hilo in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Hilo in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Hilo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Hilo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.