Maui County, HI · Hawaiian Islands

Big Beach (Makena State Park)

"Oneloa" — a 1.5-mile undeveloped beach in South Maui state park land. Shore-break can be powerful (broken-bone reputation in winter). Less developed than the Wailea resort beaches just north; clothing-optional Little Beach is over the lava-rock headland.

Today's Conditions

Great day for photography.

46% rain · 80°F water · 87°F air

Full NWS forecast for Today

Scattered rain showers after noon. Mostly sunny. High near 87, with temperatures falling to around 82 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 1 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tonight

Scattered rain showers before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind 1 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Weather

87°F air — ideal beach weather
46% rain — rain likely at some point
Sunny skies — mostly sunny

Water

80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
5.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids

Safety

UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure

50 /100

44 Swim

52 Sunbathe

58 Walk

73 Photo

Best for photography today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

87°F

Mostly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers

Wind

1 to 8 mph

Rain

46%

Today

UV Peak

10 Very High

High 10 AM–01 PM · burn in ~20m

Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

85°F

Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers

Water

Water Temp

80°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

8:13 PM

0.5 ft · in 56m

Wave Height

5.6 ft

11s · ENE swell

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ049)

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 Sep 9, 9:03 AM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:11 AM

Sunset

6:34 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
1:03 AM	High	1.7 ft
6:58 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
1:53 PM	High	2.8 ft
8:13 PM	Low	0.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:45 AM	High	1.9 ft
7:39 AM	Low	0.0 ft
2:17 PM	High	2.7 ft
8:34 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:25 AM	High	2.1 ft
8:19 AM	Low	0.2 ft
2:40 PM	High	2.5 ft
8:55 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:04 AM	High	2.2 ft
8:57 AM	Low	0.4 ft
2:59 PM	High	2.3 ft
9:17 PM	Low	0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:42 AM	High	2.3 ft
9:35 AM	Low	0.7 ft
3:15 PM	High	2.1 ft
9:38 PM	Low	0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:21 AM	High	2.2 ft
10:13 AM	Low	0.9 ft
3:27 PM	High	1.9 ft
10:00 PM	Low	0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:03 AM	High	2.2 ft
10:54 AM	Low	1.2 ft
3:30 PM	High	1.7 ft
10:21 PM	Low	0.2 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 1615680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

87°

Mostly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers

46%

Thu Sep 10

85°

Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers

23%

Fri Sep 11

85°

Sunny

14%

Sat Sep 12

85°

Sunny

Sun Sep 13

85°

Sunny

11%

Mon Sep 14

87°

Sunny

Tue Sep 15

87°

Sunny

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 80°F
optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 46% rain chance

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

Beach Info

Parking

State park lots, $5 HI resident / $10 non-resident vehicle.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited (Hawaii state park beach).

Entry Fee

$5/HI resident, $10/non-resident vehicle + $5/non-resident adult.

Address

Makena Rd, Kihei, HI 96753

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerssnack truck (seasonal)

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Big Beach (Makena State Park) today?

Big Beach (Makena State 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 Big Beach (Makena State Park) dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited (Hawaii state park beach).

Is there an entry fee at Big Beach (Makena State Park)?

$5/HI resident, $10/non-resident vehicle + $5/non-resident adult.

Are there lifeguards at Big Beach (Makena State Park)?

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

What amenities are at Big Beach (Makena State Park)?

Amenities at Big Beach (Makena State Park) include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack truck (seasonal).

When is the water warmest at Big Beach (Makena State 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 Big Beach (Makena State Park) located?

Big Beach (Makena State Park) is in Maui County, HI, at Makena Rd, Kihei, HI 96753.