Pearl Harbor National Memorial
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Pearl Harbor National Memorial at a glance
- Best time
- March–April, October–November
- Trip length
- 2–4 hours to 1 day
- Don't miss
- Visit the USS Arizona Memorial
- Nearby city
- Honolulu, HI
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About Pearl Harbor National Memorial
At Pearl Harbor National Memorial, we honor the lives affected by the December 7, 1941, attack. This pivotal moment in global history marked the United States' entry into World War II, impacting nations and communities worldwide. Join us in reflecting on this shared history and its lasting significance in the pursuit of peace.
Weather Information
Hawaii has two seasons –
- Summer
(kau wela) – and temperatures don't change drastically the way they do in the mainland United States.
- Winter
(ho'oilo) and
During the day, expect temperatures in the mid-70s to the mid-80s all year around. Expect lows in the winter months (November to March) to be around 60 degrees. The Hawaiian winter is also considered the rainy season, and flash floods are not uncommon. You can expect to see lots of rainbows as the rain clears.
Operating Hours
Regular Hours of Operation
Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Visitor Center and parking lots are open from 7 AM to 5 PM seven days a week. Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Visitor Center and parking lots are closed on Thanksgiving, December 25th, and January 1st.
- Monday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday7:00AM - 5:00PM
Common questions
Planning Pearl Harbor National Memorial
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 20 reservation types on the Permits tab, including Pearl Harbor National Memorial Bus Tours Lottery and National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Livestream Lottery. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
