90°
Scattered Rain Showers
25%
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Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Waikiki Beach
2424 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
The most famous beach in the Pacific — a 2-mile strand fronting Honolulu's hotel district, the gentle reef-protected break that learners ride, and Diamond Head looming at the east end. Crowded year-round, warm year-round, and the historical heart of surf culture (Duke Kahanamoku's statue is at the centerpoint).
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
NWS alert active · 80°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Scattered rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 99. East wind 1 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Scattered rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78. East northeast wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 25% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.2ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — high surf advisory issued september 9 at 7:25am hst until september 9 at 6:00pm hst by nws honolulu hi
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15 Swim
53 Sunbathe
68 Walk
28 Fish
71 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
90°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Wind
1 to 10 mph
E
Rain
25%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
80°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:44 PM
0.1 ft · in 2.4h
Wave Height
5.2 ft
11s · ENE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ033)
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
6:17 AM
Sunset
6:40 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:48 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 8:19 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 3:05 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 9:44 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:30 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 9:10 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 3:40 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 10:08 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:12 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 10:00 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 4:12 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 10:32 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:52 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 10:50 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 4:42 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 10:55 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:33 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:42 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 5:11 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 11:18 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:16 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 12:40 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:36 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 11:41 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:03 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 1:50 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 5:58 PM | High | 1.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 1612340, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Scattered Rain Showers
34%
56
88°
Scattered Rain Showers
31%
61
88°
Isolated Rain Showers
20%
71
88°
Scattered Rain Showers
44%
54
88°
Scattered Rain Showers
35%
57
89°
Scattered Rain Showers
35%
57
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 80°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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
10:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid hotel garages and metered street parking (limited). Walk, bus, or rideshare. Free street parking in Kapiolani Park works for the east-end Sans Souci section.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Waikiki Beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
2424 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Waikiki Beach today?
Waikiki 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 Waikiki Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Waikiki Beach.
Is there an entry fee at Waikiki Beach?
Entry to Waikiki Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Waikiki Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Waikiki Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Waikiki Beach?
Amenities at Waikiki Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants, shops, hotels, surf schools, outrigger canoe rides.
When is the water warmest at Waikiki 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 Waikiki Beach located?
Waikiki Beach is in Honolulu County, HI, at 2424 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS