86°
Isolated Rain Showers
16%
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Kauai County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Anini Beach Park
Two miles of shallow, protected lagoon behind one of the longest fringing reefs in the Hawaiian Islands — Kauai's safest year-round swimming beach and a windsurfing classroom thanks to steady but moderate trades.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
8.9ft waves · 78°F water · 86°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Isolated rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. North northwest wind 1 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. East southeast wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 8.9ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
54 /100
ok
42 Swim
69 Sunbathe
78 Walk
33 Fish
76 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
86°F
Isolated Rain Showers
Wind
1 to 7 mph
NNW
Rain
16%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:20 PM
0.3 ft · in 2.0h
Wave Height
8.9 ft
10s · N swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ029)
The HFO office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- HIZ003 Kauai n/a
- HIZ006 Oahu n/a
- HIZ017 Maui n/a
- HIZ052 Big Island Windward and Southeast n/a
- HIZ053 Big Island Windward and Southeast n/a
- HIZ054 Big Island Windward and Southeast n/a
- HIZ023 Big Island Leeward n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:23 AM
Sunset
6:47 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
18%
74
84°
Scattered Rain Showers
33%
65
84°
Scattered Rain Showers
34%
66
84°
Isolated Rain Showers
20%
72
84°
Isolated Rain Showers
21%
72
85°
Isolated Rain Showers
21%
72
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Major
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot at the beach park; roadside shoulder parking along Anini Rd.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).
Entry Fee
Camping: $3/adult/night (Hawaii residents and under-18 free).
Address
Anini Rd, Kilauea, HI 96754
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Anini Beach Park today?
Anini Beach Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Anini Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).
Is there an entry fee at Anini Beach Park?
Camping: $3/adult/night (Hawaii residents and under-18 free).
Are there lifeguards at Anini Beach Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Anini Beach Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Anini Beach Park?
Amenities at Anini Beach Park include restrooms, outdoor showers, picnic tables, pavilions, camping (permit), small boat launch, drinking water.
When is the water warmest at Anini Beach Park?
Hawaiian water is consistently 75-82°F year-round, with the summer peak in August-September. Swimming comfortable every month; rip currents and shore-break hazards drive the safety picture more than temperature.
Where is Anini Beach Park located?
Anini Beach Park is in Kauai County, HI, at Anini Rd, Kilauea, HI 96754.
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