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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 a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 6.9ft waves · 78°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 82. East northeast wind around 18 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 69. East northeast wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 18 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- 6.9ft 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
43 /100
ok
22 Swim
69 Sunbathe
81 Walk
11 Fish
78 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
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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
18 mph
ENE
Rain
2%
Today
Air Quality
27 Good
Ozone · Sand Island
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~25m
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:02 PM
-0.2 ft · in 29m
Wave Height
6.9 ft
12s · NW 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
6:39 AM
Sunset
5:53 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:57 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 7:45 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 12:21 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 7:02 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:30 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 8:30 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 12:37 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 7:24 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:01 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 9:16 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 12:53 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 7:48 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:34 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 10:04 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 1:11 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 8:14 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:09 AM | High | 2.4 ft |
| 10:59 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 1:26 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 8:42 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:49 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 9:12 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:35 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 9:42 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 1612480, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Sunny
5%
72
83°
Sunny
4%
77
82°
Sunny
4%
76
82°
Mostly Sunny
6%
72
81°
Mostly Sunny
7%
71
81°
Sunny
9%
75
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 18 mph wind
- 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
3:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Major
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
5:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Major
10:10 AM - 12:10 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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