We went to Maui during first 2 wks. in January which coincided with the return of the whales with their babies. They hang outside of Lahaini beachfront area.

We went on a 2.5 hr. whalewatching trip. Tons of whales...

Best time. It was a great deal. Weather is fine and hot.....but not as hot as later on in the months onward where it can get much drier inland.

I think in early FEb. or end of Jan. there is also some sort of festival..I can't remember if it's whale or outrigger races which draws teams from the south Pacific.