Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands

Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach)

The last beach at the literal end of Farrington Highway on Oahu's far west coast, where the pavement runs out at Kaena Point State Park. Wide, undeveloped white sand backed by sea cliffs; powerful winter surf and year-round currents make it a sightseeing beach more than a swim beach.

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 78°F water · 83°F air

Full NWS forecast for Sunday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. East northeast wind 15 to 24 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.

Tonight

Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. East northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

Weather

83°F air — ideal beach weather
24 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Sunny skies — mostly sunny

Water

78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
4.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids

Safety

UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 12 at 3:10am hst until july 13 at 6:00pm hst by nws honolulu hi

59 /100

good

16 Swim

52 Sunbathe

73 Walk

71 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

83°F

Cloudy

Wind

15 to 24 mph

ENE

Rain

14%

Sunday

UV Peak

12 Extreme

High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m

Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

83°F

Mostly Sunny

Water

Water Temp

78°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

10:38 PM

0.2 ft · in 7.3h

Wave Height

4.9 ft

8s · NNE swell

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PHZ115)

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

11:57 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

Today Jul 12

83°

Mostly Sunny

14%

Mon Jul 13

83°

Mostly Sunny

14%

Tue Jul 14

82°

Mostly Sunny

14%

Wed Jul 15

84°

Mostly Sunny

14%

Thu Jul 16

85°

Mostly Sunny

14%

Fri Jul 17

84°

Mostly Sunny

14%

Sat Jul 18

84°

Mostly Sunny

14%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 15 to 24 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F

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

Beach Info

Parking

Free, small paved lot and roadside shoulder parking.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited (Kaena Point State Park).

Entry Fee

Free

Address

Farrington Hwy (end), Waianae, HI 96792

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowers

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach) today?

Yokohama Bay (Keawaula 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 Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach) dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited (Kaena Point State Park).

Is there an entry fee at Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach)?

Entry to Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach) is free.

Are there lifeguards at Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach)?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach)?

Amenities at Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach) include lifeguards, restrooms, showers.

When is the water warmest at Yokohama Bay (Keawaula 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 Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach) located?

Yokohama Bay (Keawaula Beach) is in Honolulu County, HI, at Farrington Hwy (end), Waianae, HI 96792.