Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands

Sandy Beach Park

8801 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825

A short, golden-sand beach on SE Oahu with one of the most punishing shore breaks in Hawaii — the wave folds directly onto hard-packed sand. Famous among elite bodyboarders and bodysurfers; routinely racks up neck and spine injuries among the unprepared. Watch from the bluff if you're not sure.

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

8.9ft waves · NWS alert active · 80°F water

Full NWS forecast for Today

Sunny, with a high near 81. East northeast wind around 24 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 76. East northeast wind around 24 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.

Weather

81°F air — ideal beach weather
24 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

8.9ft 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

39 /100

11 Swim

59 Sunbathe

77 Walk

74 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

NWS · In effect through Nov 9, 6:00 AM

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.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

81°F

Partly Cloudy

Wind

24 mph

ENE

Rain

Today

Air Quality

27 Good

Ozone · Sand Island

UV Peak

8 Very High

High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~25m

Tomorrow

81°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

80°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

8:17 PM

-0.0 ft · in 1.7h

Wave Height

8.9 ft

10s · ENE swell

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ032)

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 Nov 7, 8:12 AM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:36 AM

Sunset

5:51 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
3:00 AM	High	2.1 ft
9:32 AM	Low	0.5 ft
2:27 PM	High	1.1 ft
8:17 PM	Low	-0.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:34 AM	High	2.3 ft
10:21 AM	Low	0.4 ft
3:01 PM	High	1.0 ft
8:41 PM	Low	-0.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:07 AM	High	2.3 ft
11:08 AM	Low	0.4 ft
3:35 PM	High	0.8 ft
9:06 PM	Low	-0.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:42 AM	High	2.3 ft
11:54 AM	Low	0.4 ft
4:08 PM	High	0.7 ft
9:33 PM	Low	0.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:18 AM	High	2.2 ft
12:41 PM	Low	0.4 ft
4:42 PM	High	0.7 ft
10:02 PM	Low	0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:57 AM	High	2.1 ft
1:34 PM	Low	0.4 ft
5:21 PM	High	0.6 ft
10:33 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
6:40 AM	High	2.0 ft
2:32 PM	Low	0.4 ft
6:15 PM	High	0.5 ft
11:06 PM	Low	0.3 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 1612340, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Nov 7

81°

Sunny

Sun Nov 8

81°

Sunny

Mon Nov 9

82°

Sunny

Tue Nov 10

82°

Sunny

Wed Nov 11

81°

Mostly Sunny

10%

Thu Nov 12

81°

Mostly Sunny

14%

Fri Nov 13

80°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

17%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 24 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°F

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

Beach Info

Parking

Two free paved lots along Kalanianaole Hwy.

Dogs

Dogs allowed below the high-tide line only, on leash (Honolulu rules).

Entry Fee

Free

Address

8801 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerspicnic tablesfood trucks

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Sandy Beach Park today?

Sandy 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 Sandy Beach Park dog-friendly?

Dogs allowed below the high-tide line only, on leash (Honolulu rules).

Is there an entry fee at Sandy Beach Park?

Entry to Sandy Beach Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Sandy Beach Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sandy 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 Sandy Beach Park?

Amenities at Sandy Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic tables, food trucks.

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

Sandy Beach Park is in Honolulu County, HI, at 8801 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825.