Best Time to See Bees in Hawaii
November, April and March is the best time to see bees in Hawaii. Based on 3,784 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bees are most active across the year in Hawaii.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
Emerald Small Carpenter · Public domain CC0
Valley Carpenter Bee · Public domain CC0
Valley Carpenter Bee · Shaun Case CC BY
3,784 verified observations of bees in Hawaii, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bees are recorded in Hawaii
Peak month
November
377 records (10% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 338 | 8.9% |
| February | 327 | 8.6% |
| Marchpeak | 368 | 9.7% |
| Aprilpeak | 372 | 9.8% |
| May | 312 | 8.2% |
| June | 256 | 6.8% |
| July | 236 | 6.2% |
| August | 327 | 8.6% |
| September | 230 | 6.1% |
| October | 311 | 8.2% |
| Novemberpeak | 377 | 10% |
| December | 330 | 8.7% |
Bees you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Western Honey Bee | 1,948 |
| Valley Carpenter Bee | 859 |
| Emerald Small Carpenter | 146 |
| Anthracite Masked Bee | 83 |
| Nimble Masked Bee | 70 |
| Shadow-winged Resin Bee | 65 |
| Megachile policaris | 51 |
| Tooth-legged Small Carpenter | 42 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Hawaii
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when bees are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for bees sit around 57 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69°F | 57°F | 8.6" |
| Feb | 68°F | 56°F | 15.6" |
| Marbest time | 70°F | 57°F | 11.5" |
| Aprbest time | 71°F | 58°F | 15.1" |
| May | 72°F | 59°F | 17.2" |
| Jun | 74°F | 61°F | 18.8" |
| Jul | 76°F | 62°F | 18.1" |
| Aug | 76°F | 62°F | 16" |
| Sep | 76°F | 62°F | 19.4" |
| Oct | 75°F | 62°F | 11.3" |
| Novbest time | 73°F | 60°F | 10" |
| Dec | 71°F | 58°F | 13.7" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Hawaii. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on bees in Hawaii:
Sightings of bees in Hawaii peak in November, when 377 of the year's 3,784 verified observations are logged — about 10% of the annual total. Activity stays high through November, April and March.
The quietest stretch is September, July and June, when bees are hardest to find — September sees just 230 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The bees you are most likely to encounter in Hawaii are Western Honey Bee, Valley Carpenter Bee and Emerald Small Carpenter — the most-recorded species in the state. Each keeps its own seasonal rhythm, but the month-by-month pattern above reflects every reported sighting together.
Where to go
Best places to see bees in Hawaii
- Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park — National Park
- Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Haleakalā National Park — National Park
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bees in Hawaii?+
November is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through November, April and March, based on 3,784 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bees hardest to see in Hawaii?+
September is the quietest month for bees in Hawaii, with only 230 verified records.
Are bees active year-round in Hawaii?+
Bees are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Hawaii, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in November.
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