Surf, weather, safety alerts, and the best beaches for 2026-04-24.
The Big Island’s west shore continues to deliver the calmest ocean conditions today, with Kahaluʻu Beach Park standing out as the best snorkeling spot. Its protected cove offers clear waters and abundant marine life, though patchy rain nearby (75% chance) may dampen visibility. Hapuna Beach Park remains a solid backup for swimming, with small surf (2.4 ft) and lifeguards on duty. Light winds prevail, but rain could roll in—best to visit midday for the best conditions. Avoid murky water and check for advisories before entering.
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medium confidenceWest-facing beaches (Kahaluʻu, Hapuna) offer the calmest conditions today, with small surf (2.4–2.8 ft) and relatively clear waters. Kahaluʻu’s protected cove makes it the top snorkeling spot, while Hapuna’s lifeguarded areas are ideal for swimming. Light winds (4.5–5.1 mph) prevail. No active surf advisories or closures, but a statewide brown water advisory remains in effect—avoid murky or discolored water, especially near river mouths.
The Big Island’s west shore is mostly cloudy today, with temperatures in the high 60s to low 70s. Kahaluʻu Beach Park reports 70.2°F with light NW winds (4.5 mph) and a 75% chance of patchy rain nearby. Hapuna Beach Park has patchy light drizzle (100% chance) and lighter winds (5.1 mph). Windward areas may experience slightly higher winds. Monitor updates from the National Weather Service for any changes.
The federal disaster assistance application deadline for Kona Low victims has been extended—residents affected by March’s flooding should apply by the new cutoff. Recovery efforts continue a month after the storms, with local nonprofits emphasizing community-led rebuilding. No new beach closures or advisories have been issued, but the brown water advisory remains in effect. For the latest updates, check the Hawaii Department of Health’s website.
Disclaimer: This update is generated using AI and automated data sources including weather APIs, surf forecasts, and news feeds. It is not professional safety advice. Ocean conditions change rapidly and may differ from what is described here. Always check with on-site lifeguards, observe posted warning signs, and consult official sources such as the National Weather Service before entering the water. HawaiiYeah assumes no liability for injury, loss, or damage arising from use of this information. See our full disclaimer.