Hawaii HVAC Climate Zones

Hawaii is in IECC Climate Zone 1A (Very Hot - Humid). Get accurate Manual J load calculations with official design temperatures and IECC requirements.

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Climate Zone in Hawaii

Climate Zone 1A

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Very Hot - Humid

Design Temperatures

Winter
44°F
Summer
94°F
Wet Bulb
78°F

IECC 2021 Requirements

Wall:R-13
Roof:R-30
Floor:R-13
Window U:0.4

Load Characteristic

Cooling-Dominated
humid Climate

Recommended Equipment for Hawaii

Based on Climate Zone 1A (Very Hot - Humid), here are typical HVAC equipment specifications for Hawaii installations.

Heating Systems

Heat pump
Gas furnace (backup)
Electric resistance
Typical AFUE Rating
80-90%

Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency for Hawaii furnaces

Cooling Systems

High-efficiency AC (16+ SEER)
Heat pump
Typical SEER Rating
15-18 SEER

Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio for Hawaii AC systems

Why Accurate Climate Data Matters in Hawaii

Accurate Sizing

Hawaii's climate zone data ensures proper equipment sizing. No more callbacks from oversized or undersized systems.

Code Compliance

Hawaii building departments require IECC-compliant Manual J calculations. Our tool uses official Hawaii climate data.

Energy Savings

Right-sized systems based on Hawaii climate data reduce energy costs for homeowners and improve your reputation.

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