Meteorology/Weather
What is the weather like?
The temperatures range from a high of 80 degrees F (27 degrees C) to a low of 30 degrees F (-1 degrees C) at the summit. On any given day, the temperatures in the park can range from a high of 80°F (27°C) in Kīpahulu to a low of 30°F (-1°C) at the summit.
How many plants are found in this park?
Over 850 plants are found here. over 400 species of plants are native and 300 plant species only live in this park. Geraniums are found in the park.To me they look like flowers.
What type of animals can you find in the park?
Haleakala is a home to lots of Native birds such as the Nene the Hawaiian goose, 'Ua'u the Hawaiian Petrel, and 6 other Native Hawaiian Forest birds.
How late is the park open?
It is open for 24 hours
What days is the park cold or rainy?
All because the weather could be rainy or cold one day then it could be really sunny the next day. On any given day the temperatures in the park can range from a high of 80°F (27°C) to a low of 30°F (-1°C) at the summit. On average, the temperature drops about 3°F for every 1,000 foot rise in elevation (or approximately 5°C for every 1,000 meter elevation rise), making the 10,023 foot (3055 meters) summit of Haleakala about 30°F (or 17°C) cooler than the coast.
Name one Geranium plant in the park.
Geranium cuneatum or "silver geranium".
Name one native hawaiian bird?
What is a 'Apapane
Where is the park located?
Hawaii, Island of Maui
What should you wear to the Summit?
I suggest you check the weather in the area first then pick an outfit that matches the weather. In either area clouds and rain can quickly replace warm sunshine. Weather in the high-elevation summit and wilderness areas of the park is highly unpredictable and changes often.
Name another type of plant?
What is a Silversword?
What is the name of the Hawaiian Goose?
What is a Nene?
What common minerals can you find in the park?
Basalt is primarily made up of minerals from the olivine and pyroxene mineral groups.The most common minerals you are likely to find in the basalt at the Park belong to the pyroxene mineral group.
What is the weather on a normal day look like?
Weather in the high-elevation summit and wilderness areas of the park is highly unpredictable and changes often. Cool temperatures, intense solar radiation, and rapidly moving clouds are characteristic. On average, the temperature drops about 3°F for every 1,000 foot rise in elevation.
Name the last plant on the list.
A Invasive pine.
Can you find insects in the park?
Yes you can find spiders, bees, and ants.
What is the internet like up at the summit?
There is no WiFi access in the lobby but the Cellular service depends on your service provider. At the summit area is it very spotty.
Could you bring a umbrella to the summit if it rains?
Prepare for all conditions when planning your trip, as the weather can differ from the forecast. Year-round summit temperatures range between below freezing to highs of 50°- 65°F (10-18°C). The outside temperatures can feel much colder because of wind chill and damp, overcast conditions.
What are the 3 plant categories?
Silverswords, Invasive Plants, and Geraniums.
Name one spider that you can find in this park.
What is a Hawaiian Wolf Spider.
Where can you find the park's natural and cultural history?
Their is a small exhibit hall that features and displays the park's natural and cultural history.