Expect a mild tropical climate all year long, with two seasons, winter (rainy) and summer (dry). Summers average between 85-90 °F (29-32 °C), while winters are between a balmy 79-83 °F (26-28 °C). In higher elevations, such as Waimea, temperatures are often lower, especially at night. Hilo can also be cooler, depending on your inland location, and Mauna Loa & Mauna Kea can be quite chilly, so pack accordingly. The Big Island receives most of its rainfall from the end of November through the beginning of March. The East side of the Big Island is the one that gets most of the rain, and Hilo is America's wettest city;