Makapala, HI
Unincorporated community in Hawaii County, Hawaii
Makapala is a small unincorporated community in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It is 1.7 miles W of Halaula, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 96755.
Makapala at a glance
- State
- Hawaii
- County
- Hawaii County
- ZIP code
- 96755
- Nearest town
- Halaula (1.7 mi)
- Time zone
- Pacific/Honolulu
- Coordinates
- 20.2244, -155.7522
Weather in Makapala now
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Makapala weather by the hour
Makapala weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Makapala.
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Sunrise, sunset and moon in Makapala
What is the weather usually like in Makapala?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Augustwarmest month · 89°F average high
- Februarycoldest month · 68°F average low
- 9.0 inprecipitation per year · 228 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Makapala: January to April, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station PUUKOHOLA HEIAU 98.1, HI US (USC00518422), adjusted for the elevation of Makapala.
Makapala weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Makapala through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:59 AM | 6:05 PM | 11 h 5 min |
| February | 6:50 AM | 6:23 PM | 11 h 32 min |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:33 PM | 12 h 3 min |
| April | 6:03 AM | 6:42 PM | 12 h 39 min |
| May | 5:45 AM | 6:53 PM | 13 h 8 min |
| June | 5:41 AM | 7:05 PM | 13 h 23 min |
| July | 5:50 AM | 7:07 PM | 13 h 16 min |
| August | 6:01 AM | 6:53 PM | 12 h 51 min |
| September | 6:09 AM | 6:26 PM | 12 h 17 min |
| October | 6:16 AM | 6:00 PM | 11 h 43 min |
| November | 6:31 AM | 5:44 PM | 11 h 12 min |
| December | 6:49 AM | 5:47 PM | 10 h 57 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (Pacific/Honolulu).
What is the weather like in Makapala?
Makapala has a hot desert climate. The warmest month is August, with an average high of 89°F (31°C), and the coldest is February, with average lows of 68°F (20°C).
It gets about 9.0 inches (228 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is January and the driest is July.
The best time to visit Makapala 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 Makapala
The closest live webcam is Kapalaoa: Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, 22.4 miles S of Makapala.
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Questions about Makapala
Where is Makapala, HI?
Makapala is an unincorporated community in Hawaii County, Hawaii, 1.7 miles W of Halaula.
What county is Makapala in?
Makapala is in Hawaii County, Hawaii.
What is the ZIP code of Makapala, HI?
The ZIP code for Makapala is 96755.
What is the nearest town to Makapala?
Halaula, 1.7 miles away.
Are there webcams near Makapala?
Yes. The closest is Kapalaoa: Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, 22.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Makapala?
August, with an average high of 89°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in Makapala?
February, with an average low of 68°F (20°C).
How much does it rain in Makapala?
About 9.0 inches (228 mm) a year; the wettest month is January.
Does it snow in Makapala?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Makapala?
January to April, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Makapala have?
Hot desert (Köppen BWh).
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