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Getting a Tattoo in Hawaii
in October

October brings moderate UV, warm oceans, thin crowds, and Halloween revelry on Kalakaua Avenue. Lower UV means slightly easier tattoo aftercare — though sun protection is still essential.

Photo by Justin McCloskey on Unsplash

October Weather & Conditions

Here's what to expect on the ground. Use these numbers to decide when to schedule outdoor adventures (early in your trip) and when to book your tattoo (toward the end).

Temperature

86°/72°F

High / Low

UV Index

8

Very High - SPF 50+ essential for fresh tattoos

Crowds

low

Great availability

Prices

$

budget season pricing

7 days

Rain expected

6:05 PM

Sunset time

79°F

Ocean temp

🐋

No

No whales

Tattoo Tip for October

UV is dropping and crowds are thin. One of the best months for a tattoo trip — you can enjoy outdoor activities sooner after your session with less sun risk.

October Highlights

Halloween in Waikiki
Start of North Shore surf
Low prices

Best For

Halloween celebrationsBudget travelNorth Shore surf viewing

Exploring Hawaii in October

calm body of water during golden hour
Photo by Justin McCloskey on Unsplash
body of water near cityscape
Photo by Thomas Ashlock on Unsplash
a tall building with a mural on the side of it
Photo by Braden Wagner on Unsplash

Tattoo Inspiration

polynesian tribal geometric tattoo on forearm

By Kaina

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black and grey buddha skull forearm tattoo with dotwork shading

By Ryan Murphy

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black and grey realistic portrait tattoo of woman with forest and bird on upper arm

By Ryan Murphy

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virgin mary sacred heart forearm tattoo

By Ryan Murphy

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biomechanical full sleeve tattoo with robot eye and mechanical parts

By Ryan Murphy

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polynesian tribal calf tattoo with geometric patterns

By Mike Shapiro

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traditional style tattoo of wolf and ram heads on calf with red and blue accents

By Mike Shapiro

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japanese dragon forearm tattoo with flames and sword

By Ryan Murphy

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hibiscus flower forearm tattoo with botanical leaves

By Mike Shapiro

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traditional american style hula girl playing ukulele on forearm

By Mike Shapiro

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color japanese traditional forearm tattoo of oni demon mask with cherry blossoms

By Mike Shapiro

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black and grey hammerhead shark tribal tattoo on forearm with water droplets

By Kaina

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Recommended October Itinerary

Stack your surf sessions, snorkel days, and hikes at the front of your trip. Schedule your tattoo toward the end, then keep things low-key while you heal. Here's a sample 7-day layout:

Day 1
SUN
Adventure
Day 2
SUN
Adventure
Day 3
SUN
Adventure
Day 4
SUN
Adventure
Day 5
INK
Tattoo
Day 6
HEAL
Healing
Day 7
HEAL
Healing
Beach, surf, hikeTattoo sessionHealing (no sun/water)

Before Your Tattoo

Do these activities first

Surfing & ocean swimming

Saltwater irritates fresh ink

Hiking Diamond Head

Sweat + sun exposure on fresh tattoos

Snorkeling & diving

Submerging a fresh tattoo risks infection

Beach sunbathing

UV damages fresh tattoo pigment

After Your Tattoo

Tattoo-safe activities

Shopping at Ala Moana

Indoor, air-conditioned, tattoo-safe

Food tour & restaurants

No sun or water exposure

Luau & cultural shows

Evening events, minimal sun risk

Photography & sightseeing

Gentle activity, stay in shade

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