Kaʻula
Island Uninhabited Hawaiian islet off Niihau, restricted access
A small, uninhabited Hawaiian islet southwest of Niʻihau, Kaʻula is known as a steep offshore rock and seabird nesting site; access is restricted and not open for general tourism.
Tips for Visiting Kaʻula #
- Kaʻula (Kaʻula Rock) is a very small, remote islet off Niʻihau/Kauaʻi and is not a regular visitor destination-do not plan to land unless you have explicit, verifiable permission.
- The safest way to see Kaʻula is from the deck of a licensed boat or an authorized flightseeing tour; check with Hawaiʻi DLNR and local tour operators about access restrictions and protected-status rules before making arrangements.
Best Time to Visit Kaʻula #
Best viewed from a boat in the drier summer months when seas are calmer; note that the islet is uninhabited and access is restricted, so check permits and local rules.
Weather & Climate near Kaʻula #
Subtropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1371 mm/year), wettest in November with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (184 mm).
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February
February is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (325 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (257 mm).
