Haleakalā · July
Haleakalā in July
July is the busiest time to visit Haleakalā — about as busy as June, busier than August.
Crowd score
How busy it gets
The park's busiest time. Reservations, early starts, and patience recommended.
About 97% of this park's busiest month.
Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025
Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Jul 2026 · alerts checked Jul 10, 2026. How this is calculated →
Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe
Visitation
Typical July visits vs. the year
Typical monthly recreation visits, averaged over the most recent three full years.
Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025
Weather
July weather
- Avg high
- 66°F
- Avg low
- 49°F
- Precipitation
- 2.7"
- Sunrise
- 5:52 AM
- Sunset
- 7:08 PM
- Daylight
- 13.3h
Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, HALEAKALA RS 338, HI US
This week
7-day forecast for Haleakalā
| Day | Conditions | High | Low | Precip chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 10 | Light rain | 61°F | 51°F | 98% |
| Sat 11 | Light drizzle | 60°F | 52°F | 91% |
| Sun 12 | Heavy drizzle | 60°F | 51°F | 100% |
| Mon 13 | Drizzle | 57°F | 50°F | 100% |
| Tue 14 | Drizzle | 58°F | 48°F | 100% |
| Wed 15 | Light drizzle | 60°F | 50°F | 99% |
| Thu 16 | Drizzle | 58°F | 51°F | 100% |
Forecast data by Open-Meteo
Source: Open-Meteo
What's open
Haleakalā in July: access
The Summit and Kīpahulu Districts of Haleakalā are open 24 hours a day. A sunrise reservation is required for entry between 3am and 7am daily.
Seasonal closures may apply:
- Information
Drive Cautiously - Endangered Birds on Roadway
Nēnē (Hawaiian geese) and ʻuaʻu (Hawaiian petrel) are nesting in the park and may land on or frequent park roads, parking lots, and road leading up to the park. Drivers are reminded to drive at the posted speed limits and exercise caution.
Source: NPS Data API
Conditions
Current alerts
- Information
Drive Cautiously - Endangered Birds on Roadway
Nēnē (Hawaiian geese) and ʻuaʻu (Hawaiian petrel) are nesting in the park and may land on or frequent park roads, parking lots, and road leading up to the park. Drivers are reminded to drive at the posted speed limits and exercise caution.
- Information
Limited Parking and Traffic Delays in Summit District
Beginning Monday, January 12, 2026 Haleakalā Visitor Center (summit district) parking lot will have limited parking due to a water infrastructure project. Expect traffic delays. The project will last several months.
- Information
Expect Long Waits at the Summit Entrance Station Before Sunset
Due to a high volume of traffic, cars may be temporarily turned around at the gate when capacity is reached. Purchasing a pass online does not guarantee entry at sunset. To ensure timely access, arrive 3 hours before sunset.
- Information
No Water at Hosmer Campground
As of September 30, 2025, water at Hosmer Campground in the Summit District is shutoff due to a waterline break. Water is available 24-hours at Headquarters Visitor Center one mile up the road. At this point we don't have an estimate for when repairs will be complete.
Source: NPS Data API
Context
Haleakalā crowds across the year
Alternatives
Quieter nearby in July
FAQ
Haleakalā in July
How busy is Haleakalā in July?
July rates 10/10 for crowds (Peak) at Haleakalā National Park — about 97% of its busiest month. Typical recreation visits: 71,968.
What is the weather like at Haleakalā in July?
In July, Haleakalā averages a high of 66°F and a low of 49°F, with about 2.7 inches of precipitation.