85°
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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 a beach walk.
8.9ft waves · 80°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 85. East northeast wind around 22 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers after midnight. Mostly clear, with a low around 75. East northeast wind around 22 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- 22 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
55 /100
good
42 Swim
61 Sunbathe
78 Walk
31 Fish
74 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
22 mph
ENE
Rain
4%
Today
Air Quality
27 Good
Ozone · Sand Island
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~25m
Tomorrow
85°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 (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
6:37 AM
Sunset
5:52 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
85°
Sunny
8%
70
85°
Sunny
8%
71
85°
Sunny
8%
72
85°
Mostly Sunny
9%
68
84°
Mostly Sunny
14%
65
84°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
17%
69
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 22 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°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
3:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Major
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
5:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Major
10:10 AM - 12:10 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.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS