Kauai in April
Weather, crowds, and prices, and whether April is your month.
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The island dries out; shoulder rates begin. Expect highs around 81°F, occasional showers, busy, and above average.
81/65°F
Typical high / low
Occasional showers
Rain
Busy
Crowds
Above average
Prices
The bigger picture for Kauai
- Best overall: April-May and September-October; summer for north-shore swimming.
- Best value: May and October.
- Watch out for: Winter (November-March) closes north-shore swimming and brings the most rain.
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What a Kauai trip costs in April
A 7-night Kauai trip for two in April runs about $4,650, covering flights, lodging, and food. For comparison, the year swings from about $4,350 in September to $6,350 in December.
See the full Kauai cost breakdown →Kauai month by month
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78/62° | Rainy season | Busy | Peak prices |
| February | 78/61° | Regular showers | Busy | Peak prices |
| March | 79/63° | Regular showers | Busy | Peak prices |
| April ← | 81/65° | Occasional showers | Busy | Above average |
| May | 83/67° | Occasional showers | Moderate | Good value |
| June | 85/69° | Very little rain | Busy | Above average |
| July | 86/71° | Very little rain | Peak crowds | Peak prices |
| August | 87/71° | Very little rain | Peak crowds | Above average |
| September | 86/70° | Occasional showers | Moderate | Good value |
| October | 84/68° | Occasional showers | Moderate | Good value |
| November | 81/66° | Regular showers | Moderate | Good value |
| December | 78/63° | Rainy season | Peak crowds | Peak prices |
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