The moon phase today in Honolulu, Hawaii is shown in detail below with the best local spots to see it. For the moon phase today in any other city or location worldwide, simply visit our Global Moon Phase Calculator on our home page to get instant, accurate lunar data tailored to wherever you are right now.
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Best Places to View the Moon in Honolulu
Honolulu’s tropical skyline, Diamond Head crater, and Pacific horizons create magical moonrises – especially when the moon rises over the ocean or aligns with Waikiki lights. Here are the top spots (all free and accessible 24/7 unless noted):
Diamond Head Crater Trail – summit lookout
The absolute #1 Honolulu moonrise viewpoint. Moderate hike (~1.6 miles round-trip) to the rim (~760 ft) with panoramic views; the moon rises over the ocean and distant skyline – stunning with the crater foreground. Entry fee ~$5/car or $1/pedestrian; gates open early.
Tantalus Lookout (Puu Ualakaa State Park)
Elevated hilltop (~1,200 ft) with noticeably darker skies. The moon rises over the city bowl and Waikiki skyline – breathtaking panorama; drive-up access, parking limited at night.
Makapuu Point Lighthouse Trail
Eastern coastal trail with open ocean horizon. The moon rises straight out of the Pacific – dramatic cliff views and lighthouse foreground; easy paved path.
Waikiki Beach – near Duke Kahanamoku Statue
Iconic beachfront where the moon rises over the water with Diamond Head silhouette and skyline lights. Wet sand reflections at low tide; very accessible and vibrant.
Magic Island / Ala Moana Beach Park
Lagoon peninsula with the moon rising over the harbor and skyline. Calm water reflections; palm trees and yacht masts for foreground.
Lanikai Pillbox Hike – first pillbox
Short steep hike (~30 min) with darker skies. The moon rises over the Mokulua Islands and distant skyline – epic ocean views; parking limited.
Best Times for Moon Photography
- Full Moon ±1 day — brightest and most impressive
- 48–72 hours before full moon — moon rises during golden/blue hour for tropical colour contrast
- November–March — moon path more southerly (best Diamond Head alignments); winter skies often clearest
Moonrise & Timezone
Honolulu operates on HST (UTC-10) year-round (no daylight saving). PhotoPills or Stellarium handle it automatically.
Quick Photography Tips
- Sturdy tripod (coastal wind is strong)
- Shoot RAW and expose for the moon
- Looney 11 rule works great against city lights
- Low tide enhances wet-sand reflections at beaches
Enjoy the moon over Honolulu — Pacific paradise under lunar glow!
