When is Hawaii Humpback Whales? 2027 Dates | Trailwind

Hawaii Humpback WhalesWhale season · December 2026 to March 2027Annual · breeding groundsThousands of North Pacific humpbacks migrate to Hawaii's warm shallows to breed, calve and sing.Every winter, thousands of humpback whales leave Alaska for the warm, sheltered waters between the Hawaiian islands to mate and give birth. The Auau Channel off Maui is the epicentre, where breaches and tail-slaps are visible right from shore.humpbacks winter in Hawaii: ~10,000Where it is visible: Maui & the Hawaiian Islands, USAWhales are in Hawaiian waters December to April; sightings peak in February.Where to watch it

Auau Channel, Maui, The breeding epicentre

Kohala Coast, Big Island, Whales close to shore

Oahu south shore, Winter sightings offshore

Frequently asked questionsWhen is Hawaii Humpback Whales 2027?Hawaii Humpback Whales in 2027 is December 2026 to March 2027.See the full nature calendar

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