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Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Maui County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Kaanapali Beach
Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761
Three miles of golden sand on West Maui — fronting the resort strip that put Maui on the global map in the 1960s. Black Rock at the north end (Pu'u Keka'a) has the cliff-dive ceremony at sunset and excellent snorkeling. Whale-watching from shore December–April.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
NWS alert active · 6.9ft waves · 25 mph wind
Full NWS forecast for Sunday
Isolated rain showers before noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. East northeast wind 18 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. East northeast wind around 18 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 25 mph wind — strong wind — umbrellas will flip
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 6.9ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 12 at 3:10am hst until july 13 at 6:00pm hst by nws honolulu hi
31 /100
skip
3 Swim
49 Sunbathe
72 Walk
70 Photo
Best for walking today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 12 at 3:10AM HST until July 13 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...East winds, except in Maalaea Bay where winds will be north, 20 to 25 kt with higher gusts. * WHERE...All Hawaiian waters. * WHEN...Until 6 PM HST Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Cloudy
Wind
18 to 25 mph
ENE
Rain
15%
Sunday
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:05 PM
1.0 ft · in 5.8h
Wave Height
6.9 ft
8s · NE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PHZ118)
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
11:52 AM
Sunset
1:11 AM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:17 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 2:10 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 9:05 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:31 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 7:07 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 2:50 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 9:38 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:31 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 7:54 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 3:28 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 10:12 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:25 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 8:39 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 4:03 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 10:46 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:16 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 9:22 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 4:36 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 11:19 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:08 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 10:03 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 5:06 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 11:53 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:06 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 10:43 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 5:31 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 1615680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
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Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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84°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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84°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
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85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
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85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 18 to 25 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid resort lots; free public access lots at Whaler's Village and Kahekili Beach.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Kaanapali Beach today?
Kaanapali Beach 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 Kaanapali Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed.
Is there an entry fee at Kaanapali Beach?
Entry to Kaanapali Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Kaanapali Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Kaanapali Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Kaanapali Beach?
Amenities at Kaanapali Beach include restrooms, showers, restaurants, shops, snorkel rentals.
When is the water warmest at Kaanapali Beach?
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 Kaanapali Beach located?
Kaanapali Beach is in Maui County, HI, at Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761.
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