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Scattered Rain Showers
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Kauai County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Salt Pond Beach Park
4331 Lele Rd, Hanapepe, HI 96716
A protected reef-rimmed cove on Kauai's sunny south shore at Hanapepe — one of the calmest swimming beaches on the island. Named for the adjacent salt pans where Native Hawaiian families still harvest pa'akai (sea salt) by traditional methods in the summer dry season.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
8.9ft waves · NWS alert active · 78°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Scattered rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. North northwest wind 1 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 29% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 8.9ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
- NWS alert active — high surf advisory issued september 9 at 7:25am hst until september 9 at 6:00pm hst by nws honolulu hi
33 /100
skip
3 Swim
57 Sunbathe
68 Walk
0 Fish
73 Photo
Best for photography today
High Surf High Surf Advisory
High Surf Advisory issued September 9 at 7:25AM HST until September 9 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Full NWS statement
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR SOUTH FACING SHORES OF ALL ISLANDS TODAY... .A moderate long-period south swell mixed with a short-period southwest swell from Lowell will produce advisory level surf along south facing shores through today. Surf is expected to drop below advisory thresholds by this evening. * WHAT...Large breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet. * WHERE...South facing shores of Kahoolawe, Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, Niihau, Oahu and the Big Island. * WHEN...Until 6 PM HST this evening. * IMPACTS...Moderate. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Wind
5 mph
S
Rain
29%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Isolated Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:20 PM
0.3 ft · in 2.0h
Wave Height
8.9 ft
10s · N swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:23 AM
Sunset
6:47 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Isolated Rain Showers
24%
64
86°
Isolated Rain Showers
20%
75
86°
Isolated Rain Showers
19%
75
86°
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
20%
79
86°
Sunny
12%
83
87°
Sunny
12%
82
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 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
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Major
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free, large lot off Lokokai Rd.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
4331 Lele Rd, Hanapepe, HI 96716
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Salt Pond Beach Park today?
Salt Pond 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 Salt Pond Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).
Is there an entry fee at Salt Pond Beach Park?
Entry to Salt Pond Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Salt Pond Beach Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Salt Pond 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 Salt Pond Beach Park?
Amenities at Salt Pond Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, outdoor showers, BBQ grills, picnic tables, pavilion, camping (permit), drinking water.
When is the water warmest at Salt Pond 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 Salt Pond Beach Park located?
Salt Pond Beach Park is in Kauai County, HI, at 4331 Lele Rd, Hanapepe, HI 96716.
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