Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands

Makapuu Beach Park

41-095 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795

A pocket beach tucked under the 600-foot black lava cliffs at Oahu's easternmost point, opposite Manana (Rabbit) Island. Heavy shore break and strong currents make it a bodyboarding magnet rather than a casual swim spot. The cliffside lighthouse trail above the beach is a top whale-watching perch in winter.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

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

Full NWS forecast for Today

Sunny, with a high near 80. East northeast wind around 24 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.

Tonight

Isolated rain showers after midnight. Mostly clear, with a low around 76. East northeast wind around 24 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Weather

80°F air — ideal beach weather
24 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Sunny skies — clear conditions

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

62 /100

good

12 Swim

60 Sunbathe

78 Walk

74 Photo

Best for walking today

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

80°F

Partly Cloudy

Wind

24 mph

ENE

Rain

Today

Air Quality

27 Good

Ozone · Sand Island

UV Peak

8 Very High

High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~25m

Tomorrow

80°F

Sunny

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

6:36 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

80°

Sunny

Sun Nov 8

80°

Sunny

10%

Mon Nov 9

81°

Sunny

Tue Nov 10

80°

Mostly Sunny

10%

Wed Nov 11

80°

Mostly Sunny

12%

Thu Nov 12

80°

Isolated Rain Showers

17%

Fri Nov 13

79°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

19%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 24 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 paved lot off Kalanianaole Hwy.

Dogs

Dogs allowed below the high-tide line only, on leash.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

41-095 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerspicnic tablesBBQ grills

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Makapuu Beach Park today?

Makapuu 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. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Makapuu Beach Park dog-friendly?

Dogs allowed below the high-tide line only, on leash.

Is there an entry fee at Makapuu Beach Park?

Entry to Makapuu Beach Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Makapuu Beach Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Makapuu Beach Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Makapuu Beach Park?

Amenities at Makapuu Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic tables, BBQ grills.

When is the water warmest at Makapuu 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 Makapuu Beach Park located?

Makapuu Beach Park is in Honolulu County, HI, at 41-095 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795.