Maui County, HI · Hawaiian Islands

Wailea Beach

A half-mile crescent of upscale South Maui beach, fronted by the Four Seasons and Grand Wailea resorts. Excellent snorkeling at the southern lava-rock point, the Wailea Beach Path running south to Polo Beach. Reliably calm, warm, and clear.

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 6.9ft waves · 79°F water

Full NWS forecast for Sunday

Partly sunny. High near 86, with temperatures falling to around 80 in the afternoon. West wind 1 to 8 mph.

Tonight

Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. North wind around 1 mph.

Weather

86°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
6.9ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 12 at 3:10am hst until july 13 at 6:00pm hst by nws honolulu hi

48 /100

18 Swim

75 Sunbathe

83 Walk

80 Photo

Best for walking today

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued July 12 at 3:10AM HST until July 13 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

NWS · In effect through Jul 14, 4:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...East winds, except in Maalaea Bay where winds will be north, 20 to 25 kt with higher gusts. * WHERE...All Hawaiian waters. * WHEN...Until 6 PM HST Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

86°F

Cloudy

Wind

1 to 8 mph

Rain

13%

Sunday

UV Peak

12 Extreme

High 10 AM–02 PM · burn in ~17m

Burn-free before 08 AM & after 04 PM

Tomorrow

85°F

Partly Sunny

Water

Water Temp

79°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

9:05 PM

1.0 ft · in 5.8h

Wave Height

6.9 ft

8s · NE swell

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ049)

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 Jul 12, 1:25 PM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

11:52 AM

Sunset

1:10 AM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
6:17 AM	Low	-0.5 ft
2:10 PM	High	3.0 ft
9:05 PM	Low	1.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:31 AM	High	1.2 ft
7:07 AM	Low	-0.6 ft
2:50 PM	High	3.1 ft
9:38 PM	Low	0.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:31 AM	High	1.3 ft
7:54 AM	Low	-0.6 ft
3:28 PM	High	3.1 ft
10:12 PM	Low	0.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:25 AM	High	1.4 ft
8:39 AM	Low	-0.5 ft
4:03 PM	High	3.0 ft
10:46 PM	Low	0.7 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:16 AM	High	1.4 ft
9:22 AM	Low	-0.3 ft
4:36 PM	High	2.8 ft
11:19 PM	Low	0.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:08 AM	High	1.4 ft
10:03 AM	Low	0.0 ft
5:06 PM	High	2.6 ft
11:53 PM	Low	0.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:06 AM	High	1.4 ft
10:43 AM	Low	0.4 ft
5:31 PM	High	2.3 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 1615680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 12

86°

Partly Sunny

13%

Mon Jul 13

85°

Partly Sunny

13%

Tue Jul 14

84°

Partly Sunny

13%

Wed Jul 15

85°

Partly Sunny

13%

Thu Jul 16

87°

Partly Sunny

13%

Fri Jul 17

87°

Partly Sunny

13%

Sat Jul 18

87°

Partly Sunny

13%

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 79°F

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

Beach Info

Parking

Free public access lots between resorts.

Dogs

Dogs allowed leashed.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

3900 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI 96753

Amenities

restroomsshowersrestaurants at resortsbeach service rentals

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Wailea Beach today?

Wailea 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. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Wailea Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs allowed leashed.

Is there an entry fee at Wailea Beach?

Entry to Wailea Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Wailea Beach?

No lifeguards are stationed at Wailea Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Wailea Beach?

Amenities at Wailea Beach include restrooms, showers, restaurants at resorts, beach service rentals.

When is the water warmest at Wailea 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 Wailea Beach located?

Wailea Beach is in Maui County, HI, at 3900 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI 96753.