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Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Sunset Beach
59-104 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
A 2-mile North Shore beach with deep surfing history — site of the Sunset Pro (WSL Qualifying Series, December) and longtime home of the Triple Crown of Surfing. Winter waves regularly 15-25 feet; summer the beach is wide, white, and swimmable. The Banzai Pipeline reef is just down the coast.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for photography.
45% rain · 78°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for Sunday
Scattered rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. East wind around 24 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Scattered rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind around 24 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 45% rain — rain likely at some point
- 24 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
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
42 /100
ok
32 Swim
25 Sunbathe
48 Walk
47 Fish
60 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Cloudy
Wind
24 mph
E
Rain
45%
Sunday
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:38 PM
0.2 ft · in 7.4h
Wave Height
4.9 ft
8s · NNE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PHZ114)
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
11:56 AM
Sunset
1:18 AM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:56 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 7:22 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 3:09 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 10:38 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:55 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 8:15 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 3:54 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 11:17 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:50 AM | High | 0.7 ft |
| 9:07 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 4:38 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 11:53 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:44 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 9:59 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 5:19 PM | High | 2.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:29 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:40 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 10:50 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 5:58 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:03 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:38 AM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 11:44 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 6:36 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:37 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:41 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 12:44 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:11 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 1612340, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 24 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 45% rain chance
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 street parking along Kamehameha Hwy.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited at Sunset Beach Park.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
59-104 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sunset Beach today?
Sunset Beach 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 Sunset Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited at Sunset Beach Park.
Is there an entry fee at Sunset Beach?
Entry to Sunset Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Sunset Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sunset Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Sunset Beach?
Amenities at Sunset Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers.
When is the water warmest at Sunset Beach?
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 Sunset Beach located?
Sunset Beach is in Honolulu County, HI, at 59-104 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712.
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