Is anyone in Hawaii? What's the weather like?

Question

Ooooh, let me guess....WONDERFUL!!

Can anyone possibly give me the average price of a two bedroom apartment? The last time I visited was 20+ years ago. I often dream of moving there. How often is Hawaii impacted by hurricanes or typhoons?

Answer 1

According to USA Today, "The danger of a hurricane hitting Hawaii any single year is very low". The hurricanes that hit Hawaii were:

•Dot, August 1959. Meteorologists on Air Force hurricane hunter airplanes estimated Dot's winds as 150 mph or faster on Aug. 2, which makes it the strongest hurricane ever recorded in the Central Pacific. But the storm weakened by the time at hit Kauai the night of August 6 with sustained winds measured up to 81 mph. At the time, Kauai was mostly agricultural but damages were estimated at $6 million in 1959 dollars mostly to the sugar, macadamia nuts and pineapple crops.

•Iniki, September 1992. Iniki formed southeast of Hawaii and was heading toward the north when its eye went inland near Waimea on Kauai on Sept. 11 with peak, sustained winds estimated at 130 mph and gusts up to 160 mph. The fastest measured winds were just below 100 mph at Lihue. Iniki's winds caused widespread damage and storm surge and high waves did extensive damage on both Kauai and the Island of Oahu.

Other notable Hawaiian storms included:

•Nina, November 1957. After forming near Palmyra Island south of Hawaii, Nina headed north with its center coming within 120 miles of Kauai, but this was close enough for winds up to 92 mph to hit Kilauea Point, Kauai, and for heavy rain to cause serious floods. The fastest wind ever recorded at Honolulu International Airport — 65 mph — occurred during Nina. High surf on Kauai's southern shore accounted for most of the estimated $100,000 (in 1957 dollars) damage.

•Iwa, November 1982. Iwa, like Nina, formed south of Hawaii and moved north to brush Kauai. It didn't produce 74 mph or faster hurricane force winds at any weather station, but the wind at Lihue came very close, 73 mph. Even without hurricane-force winds, Iwa did an estimated $239 million damage, mostly to hotels, and other tourist facilities and the growing number of homes that were replacing farms. It also knocked out power across Oahu, the island where Honolulu is located.
(NOTE: Some people classify Iwa as a hurricane; others call it a tropical storm.)

•Estelle, July 1986. This storm come from the east, but was heading directly toward Hawaii when it was most intense — it then jogged to the south to miss the Big Island. Still, Estelle sent very large waves into beaches on the Big Island and Maui. Even though the storm's highest winds didn't hit Hawaii, the high waves did more than $2 million in damage.

Hurricane Fico (1978) came close, but never made landfall in Hawaii. Hurricane Fefa (1991) also nearly hit Hawaii, dissipating just before it reached Hawaii.

So - long answer to a short question - hurricanes are pretty rare, but you might want to consider hurricane insurance if you're planning to live in Kaua'i.

As far as apartment prices go, which area were you thinking of living in? As you might imagine, apartment prices vary both between islands and within particular islands. I'd recommend checking out classifieds for more specific pricing information:

http://starbulletin.com/classifieds/
http://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/classifieds/

Good luck! My parents have lived in Hawaii all their lives, and I've been back every year. Hawaii's still a fantastic place to live, and there is a way better selection of jobs now than there was just five years ago. And as you know, the weather's great!

Answer 2

even inspite of the undeniable fact that i grow to be there the early area of December i got here across out that the moist season frequently occurs Nov-Jan. The week i grow to be there grow to be the elements grow to be low 80's on the coasts of Kona, Oahu, and Maui. We did no longer have rain that week yet were advised the week formerly it had rained each day. a person-friendly jacket is sweet in case you recommend to excursion in the mountain elements and an umbrella might want to be wise to take alongside. The islands are eye-catching, rain or shine, and there is continually something to do. I loved the Maui Ocean middle Aquarium as a good 2d to snorkeling. each and each of the islands provide something slightly diverse. Honolulu has an rather good type of historic web pages, consisting of the WWII memorials and hawaiian way of existence; Kaua'i is (for my area) the most eye-catching with tremendous beaches, mountains, and has many options for classic luaus; Kona is an adventuresome island, with many "distributors" for horseback driving, kayaking, golf, backyard walks, and so on. inspite of you opt on, there'll be plenty to do! Have an rather good time!

Answer 3

I work in the tourist industry in Hawaii.
When ask about the weather, if a person is concern or unhappy.
I tell them there are 2 ways to change the weather.
One go a half mile down the road, or way a half hour. For either way it well change.

Answer 4

A little warm on Oahu, but nothing like the heat in the Mainland. Probably about 40% humidity, if that.

The tradewinds keep it cool.

Answer 5

I'm from Hawaii. :P 'Same as usual. It's a nice golden afternoon outside my window. It's not too hot or humid where I live. We mountain folks get the cream of the crop as far as the weather goes.

Answer 6

I'm on the No. Shore, Oahu.. its been awesome...between 79 - 82, with great tradewinds...we have been getting showers at night but not many during the day...aloha

Answer 7

of course its wonderful! lol. Well in Kailua-Kona, HI...its awesome. Been a little on the hotter side tho, but nothing that a nice swim in the ocean wont cure!

Answer 8

if you can imagine blue skies year round that is it. in feb is the best time to be there. 2pm there is mist rain. just like heaven.