Hawaii has a mild and temperate climate, relatively free from uncomfortable extremes. With the exceptions of rare tropical storms, one can rely on the repetition of the daily weather report.
In the winter the temperatures average in the low-70's. And in the summer they may vary between mid-70's to mid-80's.
One of the great advantages the East side of the island of Hawaii has is the abundance of rainfall. The droughts and water shortages that plague other parts of the State are very rare in Hilo. The Hilo area boasts some of the purest water in the world. The rainfall, averaging in excess of 128 inches a year, qualifies Hilo as the "Rainiest City in the U.S. " This warm, tropical rain falls primarily at night, and helps to make Hilo a lush, green community with fresh air and many waterfalls.
Check this map for average rainfall/temperatures around the island.
Check multiple local weather reports here:
HURRICANES – Hawaii experiences hurricanes from time to time. The east side of this Island has been particularly blessed without any hurricanes for a long period of time. Many lenders will require hurricane insurance as part of the lending process. Hurricane season is from June 1st to September 30th.
TSUNAMIS – Tsunamis (or tidal waves) occur from time to time. Major Earthquakes any place in the Pacific Basin may infrequently cause tsunamis. The Island is equipped with tsunami warning sirens along the coastal areas and provides several hours of warning to leave the beaches and other low-lying areas.
The front sections of most phone books cover all these types of emergencies and procedures to follow. Hawaii is also equipped with the 911 emergency systems
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