{"id":8542,"date":"2022-07-22T18:37:08","date_gmt":"2022-07-22T16:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/"},"modified":"2022-07-22T18:37:08","modified_gmt":"2022-07-22T16:37:08","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/","title":{"rendered":"What you need to know about moving to hawaii"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-should-i-do-before-moving-to-hawaii\" title=\"What should I do before moving to Hawaii?\">What should I do before moving to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-it-a-good-idea-to-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"Is it a good idea to move to Hawaii?\">Is it a good idea to move to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-much-money-should-i-save-before-moving-to-hawaii\" title=\"How much money should I save before moving to Hawaii?\">How much money should I save before moving to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#can-a-us-citizen-just-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"Can a US citizen just move to Hawaii?\">Can a US citizen just move to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-jobs-are-in-high-demand-in-hawaii\" title=\"What jobs are in high demand in Hawaii?\">What jobs are in high demand in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#can-you-move-to-hawaii-without-a-job\" title=\"Can you move to Hawaii without a job?\">Can you move to Hawaii without a job?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-are-the-cons-of-living-in-hawaii\" title=\"What are the cons of living in Hawaii?\">What are the cons of living in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#where-should-you-not-live-in-hawaii\" title=\"Where should you not live in Hawaii?\">Where should you not live in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#which-is-the-cheapest-hawaiian-island-to-live-on\" title=\"Which is the cheapest Hawaiian island to live on?\">Which is the cheapest Hawaiian island to live on?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#can-i-live-in-hawaii-on-2000-a-month\" title=\"Can I live in Hawaii on $2000 a month?\">Can I live in Hawaii on $2000 a month?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-is-a-good-salary-in-hawaii\" title=\"What is a good salary in Hawaii?\">What is a good salary in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#which-hawaiian-island-is-the-safest-from-natural-disasters\" title=\"Which Hawaiian island is the safest from natural disasters?\">Which Hawaiian island is the safest from natural disasters?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-hawaii-safe-from-tsunami\" title=\"Is Hawaii safe from tsunami?\">Is Hawaii safe from tsunami?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#which-part-of-hawaii-is-best-to-live-in\" title=\"Which part of Hawaii is best to live in?\">Which part of Hawaii is best to live in?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#do-hurricanes-hit-hawaii\" title=\"Do hurricanes hit Hawaii?\">Do hurricanes hit Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#does-hawaii-get-snow\" title=\"Does Hawaii get snow?\">Does Hawaii get snow?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#does-hawaii-get-cold\" title=\"Does Hawaii get cold?\">Does Hawaii get cold?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#will-hawaii-sink\" title=\"Will Hawaii sink?\">Will Hawaii sink?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#why-are-there-no-bugs-in-hawaii\" title=\"Why are there no bugs in Hawaii?\">Why are there no bugs in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-long-until-hawaii-is-underwater\" title=\"How long until Hawaii is underwater?\">How long until Hawaii is underwater?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#why-is-hawaii-in-danger\" title=\"Why is Hawaii in danger?\">Why is Hawaii in danger?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-kills-you-in-hawaii\" title=\"What kills you in Hawaii?\">What kills you in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-should-i-avoid-in-hawaii\" title=\"What should I avoid in Hawaii?\">What should I avoid in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#can-you-drink-tap-water-in-hawaii\" title=\"Can you drink tap water in Hawaii?\">Can you drink tap water in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#do-houses-in-hawaii-have-heat\" title=\"Do houses in Hawaii have heat?\">Do houses in Hawaii have heat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#does-hawaii-dump-garbage-in-the-ocean\" title=\"Does Hawaii dump garbage in the ocean?\">Does Hawaii dump garbage in the ocean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-water-warm-in-hawaii\" title=\"Is water warm in Hawaii?\">Is water warm in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#can-you-swim-in-the-ocean-year-round-in-hawaii\" title=\"Can you swim in the ocean year round in Hawaii?\">Can you swim in the ocean year round in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#are-there-sharks-in-hawaii\" title=\"Are there sharks in Hawaii?\">Are there sharks in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-hawaii-or-the-caribbean-better\" title=\"Is Hawaii or the Caribbean better?\">Is Hawaii or the Caribbean better?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-hawaii-ocean-water-clear\" title=\"Is Hawaii ocean water clear?\">Is Hawaii ocean water clear?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#which-hawaiian-island-has-clearest-water\" title=\"Which Hawaiian island has clearest water?\">Which Hawaiian island has clearest water?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#where-is-the-warmest-water-in-hawaii\" title=\"Where is the warmest water in Hawaii?\">Where is the warmest water in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#can-you-swim-in-winter-in-hawaii\" title=\"Can you swim in winter in Hawaii?\">Can you swim in winter in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#do-i-need-a-wetsuit-in-hawaii\" title=\"Do I need a wetsuit in Hawaii?\">Do I need a wetsuit in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-it-too-cold-to-swim-in-hawaii-in-december\" title=\"Is it too cold to swim in Hawaii in December?\">Is it too cold to swim in Hawaii in December?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-should-i-do-before-moving-to-hawaii\"><\/span>What should I do before moving to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Choose Your Island. Which island is right for you?.. If You Can, Visit First&#8230; Compare Costs&#8230; Moving to Hawaii with a pet?.. Look Into Shipping Options&#8230; Hawaii Drivers License Test&#8230; Don&#8217;t Skip The State ID&#8230; Know Your Schools.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-it-a-good-idea-to-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>Is it a good idea to move to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although it&#8217;s a more complex transition than a relocation on the mainland, <a href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-you-should-know-before-moving-to-hawaii\/\" title=\"What you should know before moving to hawaii\">moving to Hawaii<\/a> offers plentiful rewards: beautiful weather year-round, easy access to miles of gorgeous white sand beaches, abundant outdoor activities, and, of course, Hawaii&#8217;s unique aloha spirit that infuses the local culture.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-money-should-i-save-before-moving-to-hawaii\"><\/span>How much money should I save before moving to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Around $50,000 would provide a good cushion for a single person in most circumstances. For a family or professional moving to the islands, around $50,000 in savings is the absolute minimum you should have.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-a-us-citizen-just-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>Can a US citizen just move to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can you move to Hawaii? If you are a U.. citizen or have a green card, there are no special permissions <a href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-do-you-need-to-know-before-moving-to-hawaii\/\" title=\"What do you need to know before moving to hawaii\">needed to move to Hawaii<\/a> permanently.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-jobs-are-in-high-demand-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What jobs are in high demand in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Description2008 Jobs2018 JobsRadiologic Technologists and Technicians725884Registered Nurses10,15512,106Dental Hygienists9701,137Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education1,6131,877<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-move-to-hawaii-without-a-job\"><\/span>Can you move to Hawaii without a job?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can I move to Hawaii without a job? Yes, you can. Many newcomers do just that. Even so, you will have to find a job as soon as possible due to the high living expenses.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-are-the-cons-of-living-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What are the cons of living in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In part 2 of this post I&#8217;ll detail the pros, but below I will share 18 downsides of living in Hawaii:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-should-you-not-live-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Where should you not live in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Wahiawa. Wahiawa with a population of 46,562 has a Livability Score of 58\/100, which is considered poor&#8230; Makaha. This leeward Oahu census-designated place has a population of 8,934&#8230; Kahului&#8230; Pahoa&#8230; Ewa Beach&#8230; Hilo&#8230; Waianae&#8230; Kapaa.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-is-the-cheapest-hawaiian-island-to-live-on\"><\/span>Which is the cheapest Hawaiian island to live on?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Big Island<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-i-live-in-hawaii-on-2000-a-month\"><\/span>Can I live in Hawaii on $2000 a month?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you decide to rent, you&#8217;re looking payment of just under $2,000 per month, and that&#8217;s if you pay the median price. To keep the utilities running in a small apartment in Honolulu, you&#8217;re facing a cost of around $285 per month.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-a-good-salary-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What is a good salary in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How much does an Average make in Hawaii? As of Jul 14, 2022, the average annual pay for the Average jobs category in Hawaii is $78,131 a year. Just in case you need a simple salary calculator, that works out to be approximately $37.56 an hour. This is the equivalent of $1,503\/week or $6,511\/month.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-hawaiian-island-is-the-safest-from-natural-disasters\"><\/span>Which Hawaiian island is the safest from natural disasters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here Are The 10 Safest &#038; Most Peaceful Places To Live In Hawaii<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-hawaii-safe-from-tsunami\"><\/span>Is Hawaii safe from tsunami?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since 1946, more than 220 people have died in the State of Hawaii, including six on Oahu, due to tsunamis. Knowing if you&#8217;re in an evacuation zone, recognizing the natural warning signs, and understanding how you will be alerted can make the difference between life and death. View our multilingual tsunami resources.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-part-of-hawaii-is-best-to-live-in\"><\/span>Which part of Hawaii is best to live in?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here is the full list of best places to live in Hawaii:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-hurricanes-hit-hawaii\"><\/span>Do hurricanes hit Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Direct hits to Oahu have been rare in recent history, but the island still experiences storm damage. For example, Hurricane Iniki in 1992 did not directly hit Oahu, but the island still experienced damage.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"does-hawaii-get-snow\"><\/span>Does Hawaii get snow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does it snow in Hawaii? The answer is yes, although only on top of the highest peaks on <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/maui\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Maui\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Maui<\/a> and the Big Island. Every winter, storm systems bring frequent snow storms to elevations generally above 11,000 feet. This means that only Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa are impacted.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"does-hawaii-get-cold\"><\/span>Does Hawaii get cold?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Seasons and Weather Hawaii has only two seasons, which Hawaiian natives have named Hoolio and Kau. These refer to winter and summer, respectively, but even during Hawaii winter weather, temperatures rarely drop below 75\u00b0F, which means the island offers an ideal climate for most individuals year-round.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"will-hawaii-sink\"><\/span>Will Hawaii sink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Slowly, slowly, the Big Island of Hawaii is sinking toward its doom. From its palm-fringed beaches to the summit of Mauna Kea, 13,796 feet high, nothing will remain of that volcanic island but a small, stony lump on the bottom of the Pacific Ocean in the far northwest, thousands of miles from where it stands today.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-are-there-no-bugs-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Why are there no bugs in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because of the extreme isolation of the Hawaiian Islands, native species had not developed resistance to mosquito-borne diseases.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-long-until-hawaii-is-underwater\"><\/span>How long until Hawaii is underwater?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Research published by the state of Hawaii suggests that by 2030, we can expect 3.2 feet of inundation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-is-hawaii-in-danger\"><\/span>Why is Hawaii in danger?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since Hawaii is located in the middle of a vast ocean and the ocean bottom drops off quickly, the waves and currents can be very big and powerful. Certain beaches are hazardous year-round while others are dangerous at certain times of the year.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-kills-you-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What kills you in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>From centipedes and sun poisoning to hungry sharks and hot lava, here are 15 scary things that could \u2013 and just might \u2013 kill you in Hawaii.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-should-i-avoid-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What should I avoid in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Don&#8217;t stand next to the blowhole&#8230; Don&#8217;t eat at a chain restaurant&#8230; Don&#8217;t let a commercial luau be your only exposure to Hawaiian culture&#8230; Don&#8217;t limit your visit to O\u02bbahu&#8230; And don&#8217;t avoid the Island of Hawai\u02bbi&#8230; Don&#8217;t only stay in resort towns&#8230; Don&#8217;t hike illegally or start a hike late in the day.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-drink-tap-water-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Can you drink tap water in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, it is safe to drink and use tap water on the island of Oahu including in Waikiki. The Board of Water Supply in Hawaii works in conjunction with State and Federal agencies, such as the U.S Environmental Protection Agency and Hawaii State Department of Health, to ensure the water in Hawaii is safe to drink.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-houses-in-hawaii-have-heat\"><\/span>Do houses in Hawaii have heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In short \u2013 it depends, but in some places, yes. Hawaii&#8217;s climate is fairly temperate, but does vary from city to city, island to island. Some places are warm enough that the homes there may never need heating.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"does-hawaii-dump-garbage-in-the-ocean\"><\/span>Does Hawaii dump garbage in the ocean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hawaii sits at the center of swirling ocean currents, just east of the Great Pacific garbage patch. As a result, its shoreline catches plastic from all over the world, some of it decades old. Just a few weeks prior, Larson found a vintage Sea and Ski tanning lotion bottle, most likely from the 1950s.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-water-warm-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Is water warm in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As a general rule, Hawaiian waters average 77 degrees in the wintertime to 82 degrees in the summertime. Now, compared to the U.. West Coast, Hawaiian waters are definitely much warmer (10-20 degrees warmer) than the waters off Southern California.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-swim-in-the-ocean-year-round-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Can you swim in the ocean year round in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is possible to swim all year in island of Hawaii (Big Island).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"are-there-sharks-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Are there sharks in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are about forty species of sharks that occur in Hawaiian waters, ranging in size from the deep-water pygmy shark (about 8 inches) to the whale shark (up to 50 feet or more). About eight species are somewhat common in nearshore waters.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-hawaii-or-the-caribbean-better\"><\/span>Is Hawaii or the Caribbean better?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for both flexibility and beach time, Hawaii might be more your speed. The Caribbean islands typically attract people seeking an all-inclusive, luxe beach-based experience. It&#8217;s a great option for folks who really and truly want to unplug during their vacation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-hawaii-ocean-water-clear\"><\/span>Is Hawaii ocean water clear?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hawaii is known for its excellent beaches, abundance of wildlife, and excellent snorkeling opportunities. All four of Hawaii&#8217;s main islands\u2013Big Island, Maui, Oahu, and Kauai\u2013have several beaches offering crystal clear water. Visitors will find that the best visibility for snorkeling is in the early mornings.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-hawaiian-island-has-clearest-water\"><\/span>Which Hawaiian island has clearest water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The island of Kauai offers some of Hawaii&#8217;s cleanest and clearest waters. Ke&#8217;e Beach Park features a reef lagoon that is home to green sea turtles and vibrant reef fish. Poipu Beach Park is one of Kauai&#8217;s best family beaches and one of the safest for toddlers.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-is-the-warmest-water-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Where is the warmest water in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At Honolulu on Oahu, the ocean stays as warm as a heated swimming pool all year long. Ocean temperatures do differ by a few degrees throughout the Hawaiian Islands, though. The water off Honolulu, for instance, is typically 5 \u00b0F (3 \u00b0C) warmer than at Hilo on the Big Island..Average Ocean Temperatures for Hawaii.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-swim-in-winter-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Can you swim in winter in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Water temperatures are around 74 degrees so swimming is a year round activity here in Hawaii. If you&#8217;re looking into boating, snorkeling, surfing or any other Hawaii activity this winter, be sure to book as soon as possible!Feb 3, 2014<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-i-need-a-wetsuit-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Do I need a wetsuit in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though the waters are warm, you still need a wetsuit to scuba dive in Hawaii. However, it doesn&#8217;t need to be very thick or insulated. 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