Kaunalewa, HI

Historical community (former settlement) in Kauai County, Hawaii

Kaunalewa is a historical community (former settlement) in Kauai County, Hawaii. It is 2.9 miles SE of Kekaha, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 96796.

Kaunalewa at a glance

State
Hawaii
County
Kauai County
ZIP code
96796
Nearest town
Kekaha (2.9 mi)
Time zone
Pacific/Honolulu
Coordinates
22.0031, -159.7411

Weather in Kaunalewa now

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Kaunalewa weather by the hour

Kaunalewa weather for the next 7 days

Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Kaunalewa.

This week in Kaunalewa

Sunrise, sunset and moon in Kaunalewa

What is the weather usually like in Kaunalewa?

BSh
Hot semi-arid climate
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals

Average high and low temperature (°F)

59°67°76°84°92°79°65°Jan79°64°Feb80°65°Mar82°67°Apr84°69°May86°71°Jun87°71°Jul87°73°Aug87°72°Sep86°71°Oct83°69°Nov82°67°Dec

Average precipitation (inches)

1.9"Jan2.6"Feb1.7"Mar0.6"Apr1.2"May0.6"Jun0.3"Jul0.3"Aug0.8"Sep1.8"Oct2.6"Nov3.4"Dec

Best time to visit Kaunalewa: January to April, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.

Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station BARKING SANDS, HI US (USW00022501), adjusted for the elevation of Kaunalewa.

Kaunalewa weather month by month

January
79° 65°F
1.9 in of rain · 4 wet days
February
79° 64°F
2.6 in of rain · 4 wet days
March
80° 65°F
1.7 in of rain · 3 wet days
April
82° 67°F
0.6 in of rain · 2 wet days
May
84° 69°F
1.2 in of rain · 2 wet days
June
86° 71°F
0.6 in of rain · 2 wet days
July
87° 71°F
0.3 in of rain · 1 wet days
August
87° 73°F
0.3 in of rain · 1 wet days
September
87° 72°F
0.8 in of rain · 2 wet days
October
86° 71°F
1.8 in of rain · 3 wet days
November
83° 69°F
2.6 in of rain · 4 wet days
December
82° 67°F
3.4 in of rain · 4 wet days

Sunrise and sunset in Kaunalewa through the year

MonthSunriseSunsetDaylight
January7:19 AM6:18 PM10 h 59 min
February7:08 AM6:37 PM11 h 28 min
March6:45 AM6:49 PM12 h 3 min
April6:17 AM7:00 PM12 h 42 min
May5:58 AM7:12 PM13 h 14 min
June5:54 AM7:24 PM13 h 30 min
July6:03 AM7:26 PM13 h 23 min
August6:15 AM7:11 PM12 h 55 min
September6:24 AM6:43 PM12 h 18 min
October6:34 AM6:15 PM11 h 40 min
November6:49 AM5:57 PM11 h 7 min
December7:09 AM5:59 PM10 h 50 min

Times for the 15th of each month, local time (Pacific/Honolulu).

What is the weather like in Kaunalewa?

Kaunalewa has a hot semi-arid climate. The warmest month is August, with an average high of 87°F (31°C), and the coldest is February, with average lows of 64°F (18°C).

It gets about 17.8 inches (453 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December and the driest is August.

The best time to visit Kaunalewa is January to April. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.

Webcams near Kaunalewa

The closest live webcam is Poipu › South-east: Kiahuna Beach - Kala Kai Point, 20.0 miles SE of Kaunalewa.

Poipu › South-east: Kiahuna Beach - Kala Kai PointPoipu · 20.0 mi SEOn Windy
Niumalu › South: Kalapaki Beach - Kuki'i Point Lighthouse - Nawiliwili BayNiumalu · 25.2 mi EOn Windy
Honolulu: BeachHonolulu · 129.9 mi EOn Windy
Honolulu: Park shoreHonolulu · 130.3 mi EOn Windy
Honolulu › South-east: Sheraton Waikiki Beach ResortHonolulu · 132.6 mi EOn Windy
Honolulu › East: Kahala ResortHonolulu · 136.1 mi EOn Windy

Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Kaunalewa.

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Questions about Kaunalewa

Where is Kaunalewa, HI?

Kaunalewa is a historical community (former settlement) in Kauai County, Hawaii, 2.9 miles SE of Kekaha.

What county is Kaunalewa in?

Kaunalewa is in Kauai County, Hawaii.

What is the ZIP code of Kaunalewa, HI?

The ZIP code for Kaunalewa is 96796.

What is the nearest town to Kaunalewa?

Kekaha, 2.9 miles away.

Are there webcams near Kaunalewa?

Yes. The closest is Poipu › South-east: Kiahuna Beach - Kala Kai Point, 20.0 miles away.

What is the hottest month in Kaunalewa?

August, with an average high of 87°F (31°C).

What is the coldest month in Kaunalewa?

February, with an average low of 64°F (18°C).

How much does it rain in Kaunalewa?

About 17.8 inches (453 mm) a year; the wettest month is December.

Does it snow in Kaunalewa?

Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.

When is the best time to visit Kaunalewa?

January to April, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.

What climate does Kaunalewa have?

Hot semi-arid (Köppen BSh).

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