Laie Hawaii TempleAbout Laie Hawaii Temple
The Laie Hawaii Temple is a temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located in the town of Laie on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, and was dedicated in 1919. It is a prominent religious building and landmark in the Laie community.
The temple complex features landscaped grounds and reflecting pools that are commonly viewed by the public; the interior is reserved for temple ordinances and is not open to general visitors outside of special open-house periods. The temple sits adjacent to Brigham Young University-Hawaii and the Polynesian Cultural Center, making it part of a wider visitor precinct.
The building was established by the LDS Church and local church members in the early 20th century to serve the Hawaiian Latter-day Saint community. It remains an active temple and a focal point for church activities in the islands.
The temple is located on Oahu’s northeastern shore in the town of Laie, within a short distance of other visitor attractions and community facilities.
- Public access: the temple interior is reserved for church members with temple recommends; visitors may view the exterior, grounds and visitor facilities.
Best Time to Visit Laie Hawaii Temple
Year-round visits are pleasant thanks to Hawaii's climate; aim for mornings or late afternoons to avoid midday glare and larger tour groups.
Weather & Climate near Laie Hawaii Temple
Subtropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (810 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 18° - 26° | 22° | 130 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 18° - 26° | 22° | 72 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 19° - 26° | 22° | 67 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 20° - 26° | 23° | 65 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 20° - 27° | 24° | 56 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 21° - 28° | 25° | 35 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 22° - 29° | 25° | 12 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 78 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 64 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 21° - 29° | 25° | 57 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 21° - 27° | 24° | 82 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 19° - 26° | 23° | 92 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Laie Hawaii Temple
Laie is about a 50-60 minute drive from Honolulu via Kamehameha Highway (Route 83) along the windward coast. Intercity buses (TheBus routes 55/56) run to Laie from downtown Honolulu; the temple is a short walk from the main bus stop and from BYU-Hawaii.
Tips for Visiting Laie Hawaii Temple
- Park in the public lot on Kamehameha Highway and approach via the temple's palm-lined path for the best perspective
- Visit in late afternoon to watch the fountain and the sunset light warm the coral-hued structure
- Respect signage: the interior of the temple is for members attending ordinances; the visitor center and gardens are the public-facing highlights