Big Island Beach Conditions Today

West-facing beaches (Hapuna, Spencer) offer the calmest conditions today, with small surf (2-3 ft) and clear waters. A brown water advisory remains active for Hilo Bay and the Hamakua Coast-avoid swimming in these areas until the advisory lifts. Light winds (2.9-3.1 mph) prevail, with Kahaluʻu Beach Park experiencing slightly breezier conditions (SW winds). No active surf advisories, but avoid murky or discolored water, especially near river mouths or after rain. Volcanic ash may affect water clarity near Kīlauea's eruption zone.

The Big Island's west shore is partly cloudy today, with temperatures around 70°F. Hapuna Beach Park reports partly cloudy skies with light NNE winds (3.1 mph). Kahaluʻu Beach Park has a 60% chance of patchy rain nearby and light SW winds (2.9 mph). Volcanic ash advisories are in effect for areas north/northwest of Halemaʻumaʻu-check NWS updates if sensitive to ash. No significant rain expected, but gusty easterly winds (up to 22 mph) may affect air quality near the eruption zone.

A brown water advisory remains in effect for Hilo Bay and the Hamakua Coast-avoid swimming in these areas. Kīlauea's 46th eruption of 2026 has triggered an ashfall advisory for areas north/northwest of Halemaʻumaʻu, which may affect air quality and coastal zones. A tourist was caught on video throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal on Maui, sparking outrage and calls for stricter wildlife protections. FEMA funding is available for victims of the March Kona Low floods-visit a local recovery center for assistance.