Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands

Lanikai Beach

A half-mile of powder-soft sand on Oahu's windward side, looking out at the Mokulua Islands ("the Mokes"). Often ranked among the top beaches in the world. Calm, snorkel-friendly water inside the reef; the Mokes can be kayaked to from the south end. No public facilities — neighborhood beach.

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Today's Conditions

Skip the beach today.

8.9ft waves · NWS alert active · 80°F water

Full NWS forecast for Today

Isolated rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. East northeast wind around 22 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tonight

Scattered rain showers after midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. East northeast wind around 22 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Weather

79°F air — ideal beach weather
21% rain — pop-up showers possible
22 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything

Water

80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

8.9ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued november 7 at 3:24am hst until november 9 at 6:00am hst by nws honolulu hi

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67 Walk

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Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued November 7 at 3:24AM HST until November 9 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

NWS · In effect through Nov 9, 6:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 7 to 10 feet. * WHERE...Kauai Northwest Waters, Kauai Windward Waters, Kauai Leeward Waters, Kauai Channel, Oahu Windward Waters, Oahu Leeward Waters, Kaiwi Channel, Maui County Windward Waters, Maui County Leeward Waters, Maalaea Bay, Pailolo Channel, Alenuihaha Channel, Big Island Leeward Waters and Big Island Southeast Waters. * WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

79°F

Partly Cloudy

Wind

22 mph

ENE

Rain

21%

Today

Air Quality

27 Good

Ozone · Sand Island

UV Peak

8 Very High

High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~25m

Tomorrow

79°F

Scattered Rain Showers

Water

Water Temp

80°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

8:17 PM

-0.0 ft · in 1.7h

Wave Height

8.9 ft

10s · ENE swell

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PHZ114)

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

NWS SRF · HFO · Issued Nov 7, 8:12 AM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:37 AM

Sunset

5:51 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
3:00 AM	High	2.1 ft
9:32 AM	Low	0.5 ft
2:27 PM	High	1.1 ft
8:17 PM	Low	-0.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:34 AM	High	2.3 ft
10:21 AM	Low	0.4 ft
3:01 PM	High	1.0 ft
8:41 PM	Low	-0.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:07 AM	High	2.3 ft
11:08 AM	Low	0.4 ft
3:35 PM	High	0.8 ft
9:06 PM	Low	-0.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:42 AM	High	2.3 ft
11:54 AM	Low	0.4 ft
4:08 PM	High	0.7 ft
9:33 PM	Low	0.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:18 AM	High	2.2 ft
12:41 PM	Low	0.4 ft
4:42 PM	High	0.7 ft
10:02 PM	Low	0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:57 AM	High	2.1 ft
1:34 PM	Low	0.4 ft
5:21 PM	High	0.6 ft
10:33 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
6:40 AM	High	2.0 ft
2:32 PM	Low	0.4 ft
6:15 PM	High	0.5 ft
11:06 PM	Low	0.3 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 1612340, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Nov 7

79°

Isolated Rain Showers

21%

Sun Nov 8

79°

Scattered Rain Showers

26%

Mon Nov 9

80°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

18%

Tue Nov 10

80°

Isolated Rain Showers

16%

Wed Nov 11

79°

Isolated Rain Showers

17%

Thu Nov 12

79°

Isolated Rain Showers

24%

Fri Nov 13

79°

Scattered Rain Showers

25%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 22 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°F

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Free residential street parking — limited and often distant. No public lots. Bike from Kailua or pay for a parking spot at the Kailua Beach Park lot and walk.

Dogs

Dogs allowed leashed in Hawaii state law; respect Lanikai's quiet residential character.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

Mokulua Dr, Kailua, HI 96734

Amenities

no facilities — quiet residential beach

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Lanikai Beach today?

Lanikai 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 Lanikai Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs allowed leashed in Hawaii state law; respect Lanikai's quiet residential character.

Is there an entry fee at Lanikai Beach?

Entry to Lanikai Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Lanikai Beach?

No lifeguards are stationed at Lanikai Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Lanikai Beach?

Amenities at Lanikai Beach include no facilities — quiet residential beach.

When is the water warmest at Lanikai 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 Lanikai Beach located?

Lanikai Beach is in Honolulu County, HI, at Mokulua Dr, Kailua, HI 96734.