Surf, weather, safety alerts, and the best beaches for 2026-06-09.
The Big Island's west shore beaches are calm today, but recent reports of 4-6 ft waves near Kailua-Kona (June 2) and a magnitude-4.6 earthquake off the Kona Coast (June 3) serve as reminders to stay cautious. A Brown Water Advisory remains active for Hilo Bay and the Hamakua coast-avoid swimming or snorkeling in these areas. No surf advisories or closures are in effect, but light winds (3-6 mph) and patchy rain (7-15% chance) may affect comfort. Pack a light jacket and monitor conditions near breakwaters.
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medium confidenceWest-facing beaches (Hapuna, Kahaluʻu) remain calm today, with small surf at Hapuna (1.4 ft) and moderate surf at Kahaluʻu (3 ft). Winds are light (3-6 mph), with Hapuna experiencing NE winds and Kahaluʻu S winds. No surf advisories or closures are in effect, but recent reports of 4-6 ft waves near Kailua-Kona (June 2) highlight the need for caution, especially near breakwaters. Brown Water Advisory remains active for Hilo Bay and the Hamakua coast-avoid swimming or snorkeling in these areas. Kahaluʻu's surf is manageable for experienced swimmers-lifeguards are on duty.
The Big Island's west shore is mild today, with Hapuna (72°F, 15% rain chance) experiencing patchy rain nearby and Kahaluʻu (72.4°F, 7% rain chance) enjoying sunny skies. Winds are light (3-6 mph), and conditions are comfortable for beach time. Monitor radar for potential showers at Hapuna, though rain is less likely at Kahaluʻu. Pack a light jacket for Hapuna.
Brown Water Advisory remains active for Hilo Bay and the Hamakua coast-avoid swimming or snorkeling in these areas (Hawaii DOH). A fatal crash in Honolulu highlights impaired driving risks during the summer travel season (KHON2). Huge waves (4-6 ft) crashed near a Kailua-Kona restaurant on June 2, with some waves likely higher-stay cautious near breakwaters (CNN). No other advisories or closures are in effect for the Big Island today.
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.