Kauai County, HI · Hawaiian Islands

Poipu Beach Park

South Kauai's family-friendly beach — a double-crescent of sand divided by a tombolo (sandbar that connects to a small island at low tide). Calm, lifeguarded swimming pool on the keiki side; small reef break on the open-ocean side. Hawaiian monk seal sightings common.

Today's Conditions

Skip the beach today.

NWS alert active · 7.5ft waves · 41% rain

Full NWS forecast for Sunday

Scattered rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. East northeast wind 16 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tonight

Scattered rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75. East northeast wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Weather

84°F air — ideal beach weather
41% rain — rain likely at some point
21 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything

Water

79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
7.5ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
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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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

NWS · In effect through Jul 14, 4:00 AM

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.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

84°F

Mostly Cloudy

Wind

16 to 21 mph

ENE

Rain

41%

Sunday

UV Peak

11 Extreme

High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m

Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

84°F

Scattered Rain Showers

Water

Water Temp

79°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

10:33 PM

0.4 ft · in 7.3h

Wave Height

7.5 ft

8s · ENE swell

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ031)

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 Jul 12, 1:25 PM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

12:02 PM

Sunset

1:24 AM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
1:04 AM	High	0.6 ft
7:04 AM	Low	-0.3 ft
3:03 PM	High	2.5 ft
10:33 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:08 AM	High	0.6 ft
7:54 AM	Low	-0.4 ft
3:46 PM	High	2.6 ft
11:04 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:06 AM	High	0.7 ft
8:44 AM	Low	-0.3 ft
4:28 PM	High	2.6 ft
11:35 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:01 AM	High	0.8 ft
9:31 AM	Low	-0.2 ft
5:07 PM	High	2.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:07 AM	Low	0.3 ft
4:58 AM	High	0.9 ft
10:19 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
5:44 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:38 AM	Low	0.3 ft
5:57 AM	High	1.0 ft
11:07 AM	Low	0.2 ft
6:18 PM	High	2.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:10 AM	Low	0.3 ft
7:03 AM	High	1.1 ft
11:59 AM	Low	0.5 ft
6:48 PM	High	1.7 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 1611400, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 12

84°

Scattered Rain Showers

41%

Mon Jul 13

84°

Scattered Rain Showers

41%

Tue Jul 14

83°

Scattered Rain Showers

41%

Wed Jul 15

84°

Scattered Rain Showers

41%

Thu Jul 16

85°

Scattered Rain Showers

41%

Fri Jul 17

85°

Scattered Rain Showers

41%

Sat Jul 18

84°

Scattered Rain Showers

41%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 16 to 21 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 41% rain chance

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

Beach Info

Parking

Free county lots.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach park). Stay 100 ft from monk seals (federal protection).

Entry Fee

Free

Address

2100 Hoone Rd, Koloa, HI 96756

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerspavilionrestaurants nearby

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Poipu Beach Park today?

Poipu 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 Poipu Beach Park dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach park). Stay 100 ft from monk seals (federal protection).

Is there an entry fee at Poipu Beach Park?

Entry to Poipu Beach Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Poipu Beach Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Poipu 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 Poipu Beach Park?

Amenities at Poipu Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, pavilion, restaurants nearby.

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

Poipu Beach Park is in Kauai County, HI, at 2100 Hoone Rd, Koloa, HI 96756.