Climate Comfort Score
82/100
Excellent
NOAA 1991–2020 normals 76°F annual avg Public-domain federal data
Lihue Wso AP 1020.1, HI Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991–2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
The climate verdict for Lihue Wso AP 1020.1
Lihue Wso AP 1020.1, Hawaii averages 76°F a year and scores 82/100 on the comfort index — excellent, milder than 84% of U.S. cities.
- 76°F
- annual average temperature (NOAA normal)
- 82/100
- comfort score — milder than 84% of U.S. cities
- 36.2"
- annual precipitation
Based on NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020) — 30-year averages describing the typical year, not a forecast.
Avg Temperature
76°F (25°C)
Avg High
82°F
Avg Low
71°F
Annual Precip
36.2"
Annual Snow
0.0"
Comfort Score
82/100
Excellent
Avg Annual Temperature
76°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
36.2"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Lihue Wso AP 1020.1) 82.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Excellent for the Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 area.
How Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 compares to every U.S. city
Lihue Wso AP 1020.1's comfort score vs. all U.S. cities
PlainClimate composite comfort index (1–100), NOAA 1991–2020 normals
82 Top 16% higher than 84% of 6,915 US cities
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more US cities. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source NOAA U.S. Climate Normals — PlainClimate comfort index · 1991–2020
Warming context for Lihue Wso AP 1020.1
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Snow | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.6" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 67°F (20°C) | 73°F (23°C) | 5.6" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 70°F (21°C) | 75°F (24°C) | 2.0" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 71°F (22°C) | 76°F (25°C) | 2.2" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| June | 83°F (29°C) | 73°F (23°C) | 78°F (26°C) | 1.8" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 75°F (24°C) | 80°F (26°C) | 1.8" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| August | 85°F (30°C) | 75°F (24°C) | 80°F (27°C) | 2.3" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.4 |
| September | 85°F (30°C) | 75°F (24°C) | 80°F (27°C) | 2.2" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.4 |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 74°F (23°C) | 79°F (26°C) | 3.3" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 71°F (22°C) | 76°F (25°C) | 4.0" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 69°F (20°C) | 74°F (23°C) | 4.6" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall and snowfall
January 2.8"
12.0 days with precipitation
February 3.6"
12.5 days with precipitation
March 5.6"
15.1 days with precipitation
April 2.0"
15.5 days with precipitation
May 2.2"
14.3 days with precipitation
June 1.8"
17.8 days with precipitation
July 1.8"
19.3 days with precipitation
August 2.3"
18.0 days with precipitation
September 2.2"
16.1 days with precipitation
October 3.3"
16.9 days with precipitation
November 4.0"
17.5 days with precipitation
December 4.6"
17.6 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
N/A
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
N/A
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
0
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
4,124
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
August
Coldest Month
February
Humidity & Wind
Monthly averages from hourly observations
| Month | Humidity | Wind (mph) | Clear Sky % | Overcast % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75% | 11.9 | 25% | 21% |
| February | 74% | 12.5 | 22% | 21% |
| March | 76% | 13.4 | 15% | 24% |
| April | 74% | 13.3 | 14% | 20% |
| May | 75% | 12.9 | 14% | 14% |
| June | 74% | 14.3 | 11% | 16% |
| July | 74% | 14.5 | -1242% | -1237% |
| August | 74% | 13.4 | 11% | 13% |
| September | 74% | 12.3 | 15% | 14% |
| October | 76% | 12.3 | 14% | 18% |
| November | 76% | 13.7 | 18% | 21% |
| December | 76% | 11.5 | 26% | 19% |
What Lihue Wso AP 1020.1's climate means for you
Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 runs 76°F a year — peaking in August, coldest in February.
- Energy bills track 0 heating and 4,124 cooling degree days a year — higher means the furnace or AC runs more.
- Comparing places to live? Line this city up against nearby cities and the national rankings. See rankings
These are 30-year NOAA normals (1991–2020) — the typical year, not a forecast for any specific season.
Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Lihue Wso AP 1020.1, HI
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Lihue Wso AP 1020.1, Hawaii as a location with an annual average temperature of 76°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 82°F to a mean daily low of 71°F. August is typically the warmest month of the year, while February is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USW00022536, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 receives roughly 36.2 inches of precipitation each year, with seasonal snowfall possible. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near N/A and the first fall freeze near N/A. For energy use, 0 heating degree days and 4,124 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 scores 82/100 (Excellent), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for August-driven heat, or deep winter for February-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Lihue Wso AP 1020.1, HI? ▼
The average annual temperature in Lihue Wso AP 1020.1, Hawaii is 76°F. The warmest month averages 85°F (30°C) and the coldest averages 66°F (19°C).
How much rain does Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 get? ▼
Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 receives 36.2 inches of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Lihue Wso AP 1020.1? ▼
Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 has a climate comfort score of 82/100 (Excellent). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Lihue Wso AP 1020.1? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Lihue Wso AP 1020.1.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Lihue Wso AP 1020.1? ▼
Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 has 0 heating degree days and 4,124 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Lihue Wso AP 1020.1 climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USW00022536. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USW00022536. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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