86°
Scattered Rain Showers
28%
60
Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Mokuleia Beach Park
68-919 Farrington Hwy, Waialua, HI 96791
A quiet, undeveloped stretch of North Shore coast between Haleiwa and Kaena Point, across the road from Dillingham Airfield. Long sandy beach with a shallow reef; year-round kite-surfing and windsurfing thanks to steady trades.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
80°F water · 86°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Scattered rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. North northeast wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Scattered rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. East northeast wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- 28% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.2ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
60 /100
good
47 Swim
58 Sunbathe
69 Walk
60 Fish
73 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
86°F
Clear
Wind
2 to 9 mph
NNE
Rain
28%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–02 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
80°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:16 PM
0.6 ft · in 59m
Wave Height
5.2 ft
10s · NNE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ007)
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
6:18 AM
Sunset
6:42 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Scattered Rain Showers
26%
66
86°
Scattered Rain Showers
26%
71
86°
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
21%
75
86°
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers
31%
70
86°
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
20%
75
87°
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
20%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Major
10:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free, small unpaved lot.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on-leash on the full beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
68-919 Farrington Hwy, Waialua, HI 96791
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Mokuleia Beach Park today?
Mokuleia 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. 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 Mokuleia Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on-leash on the full beach.
Is there an entry fee at Mokuleia Beach Park?
Entry to Mokuleia Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Mokuleia Beach Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Mokuleia Beach Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Mokuleia Beach Park?
Amenities at Mokuleia Beach Park include restrooms, showers, picnic tables, camping (permit).
When is the water warmest at Mokuleia 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 Mokuleia Beach Park located?
Mokuleia Beach Park is in Honolulu County, HI, at 68-919 Farrington Hwy, Waialua, HI 96791.
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