Water Temperatures

[skogler]

My family is wondering if the water around the Hawaiian islands is cold? We are trying to decide about a snorkle trip.

 

Thanks,

 

Scott

[sunsetme]

here is the info

 

 

/www.wunderground.com/MAR/him.html

[scapmando]

Check this site as well...The beaches section will give you ocean temps for particular areas of the islands....

 

http://www.hawaiiweathertoday.com/content.php?pid=1

[jerseyjk]

I (as an east coaster and frequent visitor to the Caribbean) found the temperatures pleasant in early April. Cooler than the Caribbean for sure because of the quicker dropoff to greater depths, but warmer than the mid-Atlantic (Jersey to SC) coast in mid summer.

 

IMO, go for the snorkel trip.

[RI Girl]

We went snorkeling with a Captain Zodiac excursion in Kona earlier this month and I found jumping into the water to be a shock.........It felt pretty cold. We have snorkeled in the Caribbean and Mexico and that is bath water compared to this bay. The temperature reminded me of New England water mid summer. But once you get moving and seeing the beautiful tropical fish, the experience is well worthwile. Bring an underwater camera, I regret not having one after seeing the colorful fish.