5 Tips for Your First Trip to Hilo, Hawaiʻi Island
, 2022-09-08 02:00:00,
Located on the northeastern side of Hawaiʻi Island, Hilo is a quirky town filled with loveable charm, fascinating history and jaw-dropping natural wonders. While the town itself is often considered quiet and sleepy, Hilo is filled with life. Here, the streets are lined with hole-in-the-wall shops and beautiful hiking trails that are just short drives from the center of town.
In fact, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is just a 45-minute drive south from the Hilo International Airport. The national park is a popular point of interest, attracting travelers from all over the world. However, there’s more to the area than just the national park. Before traveling to the Big Island, research local businesses to visit, plan your hikes and pack for the weather. Here’s 5 tips to get you started.
1. It rains—a lot—so pack accordingly
With immense yearly rainfall, Hilo is known for jaw-dropping waterfalls and verdant forests.
Photo: Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority (HTA)/Ben Ono
Hilo is one of the wettest cities in the U.S. with an average rainfall of about 130 inches per year. The rain generates flourishing gardens, tropical rainforests and breathtaking waterfalls. But it also shouldn’t come as a surprise that it will likely rain during a trip to Hilo. So, pack rain boots or footwear that you don’t mind getting muddy or wet, along with a light jacket. The temperature rarely drops below 60 degrees Fahrenheit, and the climate is typically warm, muggy and partly cloudy.
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