Pua'akala (Pua‘ākala), Hawaii

Pua'akala: This high-elevation area on Hawaii's Big Island is part of the Mauna Loa Forest Reserve, known for its dryland forests and significant ecological research.

About

Pua‘ākala is a city located in the county of Hawaii in the U.S. state of Hawaii.

Quick Facts about Pua‘ākala

State Hawaii (United States)
County Hawaii County
Latitude & Longitude 19.7868,-155.3318
Time Zone Pacific/Honolulu
Local time 16:47:54 (9th November 2026)
Weather 48℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather

Geography

Pua‘ākala is located at 19°47'12"N 155°19'55"W (19.7867900, -155.3318300).

Pua'akala map

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Weather

48°F
Mostly Cloudy
9 mph ENE Overnight

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. East northeast wind around 9 mph.

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Nearby Schools and Colleges

Schools and campuses linked to Pua‘ākala, HI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.

Code Name City ZIP
141565 University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo (HI) 96720-4091

Closest post offices linked to Pua‘ākala.

Post Office Name City ZIP
Papaaloa Post Office Papaaloa (HI) 96780

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