Surf, weather, safety alerts, and the best beaches for 2026-05-28.
Kauai is windy and rainy today, with gale-force winds and choppy surf making ocean entry dangerous. Hanalei Bay (6.6ft surf) and Poipu Beach Park (5.6ft surf) are both hazardous-avoid water activities. South Shore spots like Poipu and Salt Pond Beach Park offer the best dry-land alternatives for scenic walks, wildlife viewing, and picnics. Lifeguards are on duty at Poipu, but ocean conditions remain unsafe. Check for structural damage near coastal areas due to last week's magnitude-6.0 earthquake.
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low confidenceKauai's ocean conditions are hazardous today. Hanalei Bay (North Shore) reports 6.6ft surf with gale-force winds (10.1 mph) and poor visibility. Poipu Beach Park (South Shore) has 5.6ft waves — lifeguards advise avoiding all water entry. Earthquake aftershocks from last week's magnitude-6.0 quake may increase hazards — check for structural damage before coastal visits. Storm drains may increase runoff — stay clear of discolored water.
Kauai is windy with patchy rain today. Hanalei Bay is 74°F with 60% rain chance, while Poipu Beach Park is 74.7°F with 73% rain chance. Winds are 9.6-10.1 mph (E/ENE direction) — stronger on the North Shore. Sun protection and windproof layers are recommended for brief outdoor stays. Check for earthquake aftershocks before outdoor activities.
No new earthquake aftershocks reported — conditions stable but monitor updates. Memorial Day weekend ocean safety alerts remain in effect due to strong currents and gale winds. Man charged in monk seal attack pleaded not guilty and was ordered to stay away from Hawaii beaches. Disc golf tournament (Koops Classic 2) tees off this Saturday at Kupuohi Park in Waipahu-no Kauai events.
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.