Waihee-Waiehu Hawaii Map

About Waihee-Waiehu, Hawaii

Waihee-Waiehu is a locality in Maui County, Hawaii, United States. It has a population of 10,988. The population density is 1029.4 people per km². Waihee-Waiehu is located at 20.9188°N, 156.5063°W. It observes the Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) timezone. ZIP code: 96793.

Waihee-Waiehu unfolds as a verdant embrace between the ancient West Maui Mountains and the ceaseless Pacific. It lies 3.3 miles north-west of Kahului, HI (from Kahului, HI: bearing 320°T), and is situated 2.0 miles north of Wailuku. The land here is a study in contrasts, where steep, emerald ridges, often shrouded in mist like the shoulders of sleeping giants, descend abruptly to meet a coastline that is at once rugged and inviting. The air, heavy with the scent of salt and the subtle sweetness of unseen blossoms, carries the distant murmur of the surf, a constant reminder of the ocean’s proximity. Sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, falls in broad, golden swathes, illuminating the rich, dark soil and the vibrant greens of taro patches that punctuate the landscape with geometric precision. The character of Waihee-Waiehu is one of quiet resilience, a place where the raw power of nature has shaped not just the land but the very spirit of its inhabitants. Historically, Waihee-Waiehu was a vital agricultural center, its fertile valleys once overflowing with taro, the staple food of ancient Hawaiians. The ingenuity of its people is evident in the remnants of ancient irrigation systems that still trace their paths through the hillsides, a testament to a deep understanding of the land and its resources. Today, while agriculture still plays a role, the local economy has diversified, with tourism offering a glimpse into the island's allure, though Waihee-Waiehu itself retains a distinct lack of the overt commercialism found elsewhere. The rhythm of life here is dictated by the sun and the sea, a gentle cadence that allows for contemplation and a connection to the profound history that underpins this beautiful stretch of Maui.

About This Waihee-Waiehu Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Waihee-Waiehu, Hawaii — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 20.9188, -156.5063. 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 Waihee-Waiehu and Maui County.

Detailed location data for Waihee-Waiehu includes the ZIP code (96793), telephone area code (808), county seat of Maui County (Wailuku), 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 Waihee-Waiehu is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.