85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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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.
NWS alert active · 78°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Sunday
Isolated rain showers before noon. Mostly sunny. High near 85, with temperatures falling to around 80 in the afternoon. East northeast wind 16 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East northeast wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- 21% rain — pop-up showers possible
- 22 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 4.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 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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18 Swim
51 Sunbathe
70 Walk
25 Fish
71 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
85°F
Cloudy
Wind
16 to 22 mph
ENE
Rain
21%
Sunday
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:26 PM
1.1 ft · in 6.1h
Wave Height
4.9 ft
8s · 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
11:57 AM
Sunset
1:18 AM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:23 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 2:24 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 9:26 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 11:59 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:11 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 3:05 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 9:55 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:10 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 7:58 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 3:43 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 10:28 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:12 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 8:44 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 4:20 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 11:03 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:11 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 9:28 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 4:53 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 11:37 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:13 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 10:11 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:22 PM | High | 2.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:12 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:22 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 10:54 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 5:45 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 1612480, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
21%
67
84°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
21%
78
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
21%
79
87°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
21%
76
86°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
21%
76
86°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
21%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 16 to 22 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°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
10:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Major
3:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Minor
9:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Major
4:10 PM - 6:10 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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