Hawi Hawaii Map

About Hawi, Hawaii

Hawi is a locality in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,070. The population density is 82.0 people per km². Hawi is located at 20.2382°N, 155.8338°W. It observes the Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) timezone. ZIP code: 96719.

Hawi rests on the northern tip of the island of Hawaii, a place where the land slopes gently towards the vast Pacific. It lies 60.2 miles north-west of Hilo, HI (from Hilo, HI: bearing 306°T), and is situated 1.4 miles west of Kapaau. The air here carries the perpetual, soft scent of the ocean, mingled with the sweet perfume of plumeria and the earthy aroma of the rich, dark soil. Fields of sugarcane, though largely a memory, have left their mark on the rolling terrain, creating a landscape of verdant slopes that meet the dramatic, sometimes rugged, coastline. The light at dusk often paints the sky in hues of lavender and rose, casting long shadows across the land and imbuing the quiet streets of Hawi with a serene, almost ethereal glow. Palm trees, their fronds rustling like whispered secrets, stand sentinel against the ever-present, soft trade winds. The history of Hawi is deeply intertwined with the island's agricultural past, particularly the sugarcane plantations that once dominated the local economy. Remnants of this era can still be found, including old railway lines that now serve as walking paths, hinting at a time of robust industry and bustling activity. Today, Hawi has transitioned into a charming destination for visitors drawn to its artistic galleries, local crafts, and the authentic spirit of old Hawaii. The economy now thrives on tourism, small businesses, and the cultivation of tropical fruits and flowers, fostering a slower, more deliberate pace of life. The Pololu Valley lookout, a short drive from Hawi, offers a breathtaking panorama of the dramatic coastline and the lush, ancient valley, a stark reminder of the island's raw, untamed beauty and the deep, enduring connection between its people and the land.

About This Hawi Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hawi, Hawaii — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 20.238155, -155.833825. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Hawi and Hawaii County.

Detailed location data for Hawi includes the ZIP code (96719), telephone area code (808), county seat of Hawaii County (Hilo), and school district assignment (Hawaii Department of Education). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Hawi is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.