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Kauai County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Kalapaki Beach
A quarter-mile of soft sand inside Nawiliwili Harbor in Lihue, fronting the Kauai Marriott Resort. The breakwater keeps the bay calm — easy beginner surf and SUP lessons run here daily, and it's the most family-friendly beach near the Lihue airport.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
50% rain · NWS alert active · 7.5ft waves
Full NWS forecast for Sunday
Scattered rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. Northeast wind 12 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Northeast wind around 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 50% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 7.5ft 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
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0 Swim
34 Sunbathe
50 Walk
65 Photo
Best for photography 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
83°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
12 to 17 mph
NE
Rain
50%
Sunday
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:33 PM
0.4 ft · in 7.3h
Wave Height
7.5 ft
8s · ENE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ030)
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
12:01 PM
Sunset
1:24 AM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:04 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 7:04 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 3:03 PM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 10:33 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:08 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 7:54 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 3:46 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 11:04 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:06 AM | High | 0.7 ft |
| 8:44 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 4:28 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 11:35 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:01 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 9:31 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 5:07 PM | High | 2.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:07 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 4:58 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 10:19 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 5:44 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:38 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 5:57 AM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 11:07 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:18 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:10 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:03 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 11:59 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:48 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 1611400, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 to 17 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 50% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free public lot at Kalapaki Beach Hut / Anchor Cove; additional metered street parking on Rice St.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
3610 Rice St, Lihue, HI 96766
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Kalapaki Beach today?
Kalapaki 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 Kalapaki Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).
Is there an entry fee at Kalapaki Beach?
Entry to Kalapaki Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Kalapaki Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Kalapaki Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Kalapaki Beach?
Amenities at Kalapaki Beach include restrooms, outdoor showers, picnic tables, volleyball net, walking paths.
When is the water warmest at Kalapaki 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 Kalapaki Beach located?
Kalapaki Beach is in Kauai County, HI, at 3610 Rice St, Lihue, HI 96766.
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