Laie Hawaii Temple
Church LDS temple on Oahu near Laie town
On Oahu’s northeastern shore, the Laie Hawaii Temple occupies manicured grounds near the Polynesian Cultural Center and BYU-Hawaii; visitors tour nearby cultural sites and view the temple exterior.
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.
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
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.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (130 mm).
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 12 mm.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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