81°
Sunny
4%
57
Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Waimea Bay Beach Park
61-031 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
The North Shore's iconic big-wave beach — winter swells from October to March can produce 30-50 foot faces, and the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational only runs when the bay tops 20 feet (rare; some years no event). Summer brings calm reef-protected swimming and the famous Waimea jump rock at the south end.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
6.9ft waves · 78°F water · 81°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 81. East northeast wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 73. East northeast wind around 18 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- 6.9ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
57 /100
good
50 Swim
66 Sunbathe
80 Walk
39 Fish
76 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
20 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
81°F
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:17 PM
-0.0 ft · in 1.7h
Wave Height
6.9 ft
12s · NW swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ007)
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
6:38 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
81°
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
20%
67
82°
Mostly Sunny
10%
74
81°
Mostly Sunny
11%
74
81°
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
15%
69
80°
Isolated Rain Showers
21%
63
80°
Isolated Rain Showers
18%
68
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°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
Free public lot at the beach park; fills early in winter for big-wave spectating.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
61-031 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Waimea Bay Beach Park today?
Waimea Bay 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 Waimea Bay Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed.
Is there an entry fee at Waimea Bay Beach Park?
Entry to Waimea Bay Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Waimea Bay Beach Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Waimea Bay 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 Waimea Bay Beach Park?
Amenities at Waimea Bay Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Waimea Bay 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 Waimea Bay Beach Park located?
Waimea Bay Beach Park is in Honolulu County, HI, at 61-031 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712.
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