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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

10/10
Peak

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

July (typical)71,968
Peak — May74,493
Quietest — August54,877

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

DayConditionsHighLowPrecip chance
Fri 10Light rain61°F51°F98%
Sat 11Light drizzle60°F52°F91%
Sun 12Heavy drizzle60°F51°F100%
Mon 13Drizzle57°F50°F100%
Tue 14Drizzle58°F48°F100%
Wed 15Light drizzle60°F50°F99%
Thu 16Drizzle58°F51°F100%

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

JanFebMarAprMayJun10JulAugSepOctNovDec

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.