Fall is one of the quieter seasons at Haleakala, and the conditions for sunrise and hiking are excellent. Here’s what to plan for.
Overview – Fall in Haleakalā National Park
Fall is a good time to visit Haleakalā as the summer crowds have faded and the weather can still be quite pleasant. You’re likely to see some rain, but trails and roads should be clear making for a unique tropical adventure. Keep in mind that temperatures in the park vary greatly depending on whether you’re visiting the summit area or the Kīpahulu area by the coast. Below we’ll break down the average temperatures in the Kīpahulu area – check the park website for more information on the summit area weather which can be unpredictable.
Fall Monthly Temperatures in Haleakalā National Park
| September | 83F / 71F |
| October | 82F / 70F |
| November | 80F / 69F |
Fall Activities in Haleakalā National Park
Fall in Haleakalā National Park provides a full range of opportunities to explore the park. Some great fall activities include:
- Sunset at Haleakalā Summit
- Exploring the Hosmer Grove
- Visiting the Pools of Oheo
- Driving the Road to Hanā
- Hiking the into the Haleakalā crater via the Keonehe‘ehe‘e trail
- Enjoying the coast by the Kīpahulu Visitor Center
The Haleakalā Film
HALEAKALA 8K is the culmination of several weeks and multiple trips to the remote outer reaches of the island of Maui in the Central Pacific. Journey with us to the house of the sun and discover ancient volcanoes steeped in legend, rugged mountains, dense rainforests, hidden beaches, underwater worlds, and the last wild home to spectacular wildlife. This is Haleakalā. Filmed primarily in 8K.
