West shore beaches remain calm, but Kahaluʻu Beach Park's high bacteria advisory persists. Hapuna and Spencer are the safest for families.
The Big Island's west shore delivers calm ocean conditions today, but Kahaluʻu Beach Park remains under a high bacteria count advisory-no swimming or snorkeling. Hapuna and Spencer Beach Parks are the top picks for safe, lifeguarded swimming with small surf (2.1-2.6 ft) and light winds. Patchy rain nearby (68-72% chance) may linger-visit midday for the best window. Avoid murky water and check the Hawaii Department of Health's Clean Water Branch for updates before entering any beach.
Currently posted advisories from the Hawaii Department of Health affecting Big Island. Source: official DOH Clean Water Branch.
Posted Apr 23, 2026
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medium confidenceStick to west-facing beaches like Hapuna or Spencer-calm, lifeguarded waters are safest. Avoid Kahaluʻu due to the bacteria advisory. Pack sun protection and check water quality updates before entering.
Hapuna and Spencer Beach Parks are your best bets-shallow, calm waters and lifeguards. Supervise kids closely, even in sheltered areas. Bring snacks and plan indoor backups (e.g., Imiloa Astronomy Center) if rain picks up.
Hapuna offers small surf (2.1 ft) for light swimming. Avoid Kahaluʻu due to the bacteria advisory. Monitor water quality updates, especially after recent rain. Windward shores may have stronger currents-stick to west-facing beaches.
West-facing beaches (Hapuna, Spencer) offer the calmest conditions today, with small surf (2.1-2.6 ft) and relatively clear waters. Kahaluʻu Beach Park remains under a high bacteria count advisory-no swimming or snorkeling allowed. Light winds (3.8-4.7 mph) prevail. No active surf advisories, but avoid murky or discolored water, especially near river mouths.
The Big Island's west shore is mostly cloudy today, with temperatures in the low 70s. Hapuna Beach Park reports 74.9°F with light NNW winds (3.8 mph) and a 68% chance of patchy rain nearby. Kahaluʻu Beach Park has similar conditions (72.1°F, 4.7 mph WSW winds, 72% rain chance). Windward areas may experience slightly higher winds. Monitor updates from the National Weather Service for any changes.
No major beach closures or advisories beyond the high bacteria count at Kahaluʻu Beach Park. The University of Hawaiʻi's women's volleyball team fell in a 5-set thriller to Long Beach State in the Big West Conference Championship. For the latest on beach advisories, check the Hawaii Department of Health's Clean Water Branch.
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